Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
martinicensis
ID:
491683

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1760

Citation Micro:
Enum. Syst. Pl. 5. 1760 [Jun-Dec 1760]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491015

Common Names

  • Martinique Symplocos
  • Mountain-tea
  • Mountain Mahogany

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Synonyms

  • Symplocos apiculata Brand [unknown]
  • Eugenioides martinicense (Jacq.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Eugeniodes martinicense paraguayense Kuntze [unknown]
  • Styrax limoncillo Miers [unknown]
  • Symplocos martinicensis apiculata (Brand) Stehlé [unknown]

Description

Symplocos martinicensis (also called Martinique Symplocos, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in forests or along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Symplocos martinicensis has been used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It has also been used as a food additive and as a dye for fabrics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Symplocos martinicensis sub. jamaicensis (Krug & Urb.) Mai

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symplocos martinicensis is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symplocos martinicensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they take root.

Where to Find Symplocos martinicensis

Symplocos martinicensis can be found in the tropical forests of the Caribbean.

Symplocos martinicensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symplocos martinicensis?

Symplocos martinicensis

What is the common name of Symplocos martinicensis?

Martinicensis Symplocos

What is the natural habitat of Symplocos martinicensis?

It is found in tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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,