Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
microphylla
ID:
491692

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
ksu

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient. 4: t. 1232 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491024

Common Names

  • Microphylla Symplocos
  • Mountain-tea
  • Mountain Mahogany

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Synonyms

  • Eugenioides microphyllum Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Symplocos microphylla (also called Small-Leaved 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 microphylla 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symplocos microphylla has small white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symplocos microphylla 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 microphylla

Symplocos microphylla can be found in the tropical forests of India.

Symplocos microphylla FAQ

What is the common name of Symplocos microphylla?

Microphylla Symplocos

What is the scientific name of Microphylla Symplocos?

Symplocos microphylla

Where is Symplocos microphylla found?

It is native to South America and is found in moist, shady areas.

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,