Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
incrassata
ID:
1287119

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aranha

Source:
tro

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Novon 19: 4 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286457

Common Names

  • Symplocos incrassata
  • Incrassate Symplocos
  • Incrassata Sweetleaf

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Description

Symplocos incrassata (also called Symplocos, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to the Caribbean region, and it grows in tropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Symplocos incrassata is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in rock gardens or as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine, as it has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symplocos incrassata has small, white flowers, which are followed by small, brown, winged seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symplocos incrassata is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Symplocos incrassata

Symplocos incrassata is native to India and can be found in the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala.

Symplocos incrassata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symplocos incrassata?

Symplocos incrassata

What is the family of Symplocos incrassata?

Symplocaceae

Where is Symplocos incrassata found?

Central America

Species in the Symplocos genus

Symplocos nitens, Symplocos nivea, Symplocos oblongifolia, Symplocos obovatifolia, Symplocos obtusa, Symplocos octopetala, Symplocos myrtacea, Symplocos pergracilis, Symplocos moaensis, Symplocos mucronata, Symplocos multibracteata, Symplocos nairii, Symplocos nakaharae, Symplocos neblinae, Symplocos oligandra, Symplocos paucistaminea, Symplocos pealii, Symplocos pedunculata, Symplocos olivacea, Symplocos ophirensis, Symplocos oranjeensis, Symplocos organensis, Symplocos ovalis, Symplocos oxyphylla, Symplocos oreophila, Symplocos kothayarensis, Symplocos kurgensis, Symplocos laeteviridis, Symplocos lasseri, Symplocos latifolia, Symplocos interrupta, Symplocos jauaensis, Symplocos koidzumiana, Symplocos junghuhnii, Symplocos kawakamii, Symplocos kemiriensis, Symplocos khasiana, Symplocos ledermannii, Symplocos johniana, Symplocos martinicensis, Symplocos megalocarpa, Symplocos montana, Symplocos micrantha, Symplocos microcalyx, Symplocos microphylla, Symplocos microstyla, Symplocos migoi, Symplocos lehmannii, Symplocos leochaii, Symplocos leonis,

Species in the Symplocaceae family

Symplocos nitens, Symplocos nivea, Symplocos oblongifolia, Symplocos obovatifolia, Symplocos obtusa, Symplocos octopetala, Symplocos myrtacea, Symplocos pergracilis, Symplocos moaensis, Symplocos mucronata, Symplocos multibracteata, Symplocos nairii, Symplocos nakaharae, Symplocos neblinae, Symplocos oligandra, Symplocos paucistaminea, Symplocos pealii, Symplocos pedunculata, Symplocos olivacea, Symplocos ophirensis, Symplocos oranjeensis, Symplocos organensis, Symplocos ovalis, Symplocos oxyphylla, Symplocos oreophila, Symplocos kothayarensis, Symplocos kurgensis, Symplocos laeteviridis, Symplocos lasseri, Symplocos latifolia, Symplocos interrupta, Symplocos jauaensis, Symplocos koidzumiana, Symplocos junghuhnii, Symplocos kawakamii, Symplocos kemiriensis, Symplocos khasiana, Symplocos ledermannii, Symplocos johniana, Symplocos martinicensis, Symplocos megalocarpa, Symplocos montana, Symplocos micrantha, Symplocos microcalyx, Symplocos microphylla, Symplocos microstyla, Symplocos migoi, Symplocos lehmannii, Symplocos leochaii, Symplocos leonis,