Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 2: 2 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667044
Common Names
- Emblingia calceoliflora
- Calceoliflora Emblingia
- Calceoliflora Emblingia Lily
Description
Emblingia calceoliflora (also called Calceoliflora Emblingia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually reaching a height of about 5 m. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and is found in moist, lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Emblingia calceoliflora is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and rheumatism. It is also used as an insect repellent and to treat snakebites.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Emblingia calceoliflora is small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Emblingia calceoliflora is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tip of the stem and should be about 10-15 cm long. Place the cuttings in a rooting medium such as sand, perlite or vermiculite and keep the medium moist. The cuttings should root within 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Emblingia calceoliflora
Emblingia calceoliflora can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
Emblingia calceoliflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Emblingia calceoliflora?
Emblingia calceoliflora
What is the common name of Emblingia calceoliflora?
Slipper-flowered Emblingia
What is the natural habitat of Emblingia calceoliflora?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Species in the Emblingia genus
Species in the Emblingiaceae family