Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
vacciniifolia
ID:
1270303

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.S.Chen & H.G.Ye

Source:
tro

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
J. Trop. Subtrop. Bot. 11: 169 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001269641

Common Names

  • Symplocos vacciniifolia
  • Vacciniifolia Symplocos
  • Vacciniifolia-leaved Symplocos

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Description

Symplocos vacciniifolia (also called Vaccinium-leaved Symplocos, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It grows in grassy places and on slopes in alpine meadows, at elevations of 2,000–3,000 m. It has linear, entire leaves and yellowish-white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symplocos vacciniifolia is a small, purple, and fragrant flower. The seed is a small, black, and round seed. The seedlings are small and thin with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symplocos vacciniifolia can be propagated by division or by sowing seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to plant it in a sheltered spot, as it can be damaged by strong winds.

Where to Find Symplocos vacciniifolia

Symplocos vacciniifolia is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Sichuan, Yunnan, and Guizhou.

Symplocos vacciniifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symplocos vacciniifolia?

Symplocos vacciniifolia

What type of plant is Symplocos vacciniifolia?

Shrub

Where is Symplocos vacciniifolia found?

China

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 tro-50242085: Based on the initial data import
Hua Gu Ye: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.G.Ye' in the authors string.
Hai Shan Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Chen' in the authors string.