Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
saxatilis
ID:
511092

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aranha, P.W.Fritsch & Almeda

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 59: 234 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510424

Common Names

  • Symplocos Saxatilis
  • Saxatilis Symplocos
  • Saxatilis's Symplocos

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Description

Symplocos saxatilis (also called Saxatilis Symplocos, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to Mexico. It has grey-green foliage and small yellow flowers. It is found in dry woodland, scrubland, and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Symplocos saxatilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and containers. It can also be used as a hedge or screen.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symplocos saxatilis is white with yellow spots. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symplocos saxatilis is a perennial herb that is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Symplocos saxatilis

Symplocos saxatilis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central America.

Symplocos saxatilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symplocos saxatilis?

Symplocos saxatilis

What is the family of Symplocos saxatilis?

Symplocaceae

What is the common name of Symplocos saxatilis?

Rocky Symplocos

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2608901: Based on the initial data import
Frank Almeda (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Almeda' in the authors string.
João Luiz Mazza Aranha Filho (b.1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aranha' in the authors string.
Peter W. Fritsch: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.W.Fritsch' in the authors string.