Description
Symplocos imperialis (also called Symplocos imperialis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to India and Southeast Asia, and it typically grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Symplocos imperialis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Cultivation and Propagation
Symplocos imperialis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a rooting medium such as sand or perlite. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Symplocos imperialis
Symplocos imperialis is native to Mexico, found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Michoacán, Morelos, Nayarit, Oaxaca, Puebla, Querétaro, San Luis Potosí, Sinaloa, Sonora, and Veracruz.