Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
trisepala
ID:
492193

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 12: 291 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491525

Common Names

  • Trisepala Symplocos
  • Trisepala Snowberry
  • Trisepala Waxflower

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Description

Symplocos trisepala (also called Three-sepaled Symplocos, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to the southeastern United States. It typically grows up to 15 feet tall and has smooth, gray bark. It is found in moist woods, along streams, and in wetland areas.

Uses & Benefits

Symplocos trisepala is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symplocos trisepala is pink and has four petals. The seed is small, oval and brown. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symplocos trisepala is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in moist soil. The plants should be grown in full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Symplocos trisepala

Symplocos trisepala is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil and Peru.

Symplocos trisepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symplocos trisepala?

Symplocos trisepala

What are the common names of Symplocos trisepala?

Indian Boxwood, Indian Sycamore, and Indian Wild Almond

What is the natural habitat of Symplocos trisepala?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests 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,