Status:
valid
Authors:
(Loes. ex Harms) Blakelock
Source:
tro
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 11: 247 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001235807
Common Names
- Salacighia linderi
- Linder's Salacighia
- Salacighia linderi
Description
Salacighia linderi (also called Linder's Salacighia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist soils and is found in wet, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Salacighia linderi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating diabetes, obesity, and hypertension.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Salacighia linderi are yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Salacighia linderi is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 15°F (-9°C). It is also tolerant of salt spray.
Where to Find Salacighia linderi
Salacighia linderi is found in tropical Africa.
Salacighia linderi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Salacighia linderi?
Salacighia linderi
What is the natural habitat of Salacighia linderi?
Tropical Africa
What is the typical size of Salacighia linderi?
Typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet
Species in the Salacighia genus
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus,
Allocassine laurifolia,
Anthodon decussatus,
Anthodon panamense,
Apatophyllum constablei,
Apatophyllum flavovirens,
Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,