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Description
Symplocos Anomala is a flowering plant species that belongs to the Symplocaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. The plant is native to Southeast Asia, particularly in Cambodia and Vietnam. Symplocos Anomala is known for its medicinal properties, and it has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as diarrhea, fever, and inflammation.
Taxonomic Information
Domain: Eukarya
Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum: Tracheophyta
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order: Ericales
Family: Symplocaceae
Genus: Symplocos
Species: Anomala
Appearance
Symplocos Anomala has glossy, dark green leaves that are elliptic to oblong in shape. The leaves are about 5-9 cm long and 2-5 cm wide. The plant produces small, white flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. The flowers are arranged in clusters at the end of the branches. The plant produces small, black berries that are about 5 mm in diameter.
Care Guide
Water: Symplocos Anomala prefers moist soil but not waterlogged. Water the plant regularly, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering during the winter months.
Fertilization: Feed the plant with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Soil: Symplocos Anomala prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. The soil should be slightly acidic.
Sunlight: The plant prefers partial shade to full sun.
Hardiness Zones: Symplocos Anomala is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Symplocos Anomala is generally a healthy plant, but it may be susceptible to pests and diseases such as scale insects, spider mites, and leaf spot. To prevent these problems, keep the plant clean and well-maintained. If the plant does become infested, treat it with an appropriate pesticide or fungicide.
Habitat
Symplocos Anomala is native to Southeast Asia, particularly in Cambodia and Vietnam. The plant grows in tropical and subtropical forests, usually at elevations of 100-1500 meters. It prefers well-draining soil and partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: What are the medicinal properties of Symplocos Anomala?
A: Symplocos Anomala has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as diarrhea, fever, and inflammation.
Q: What is the preferred soil type for Symplocos Anomala?
A: Symplocos Anomala prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. The soil should be slightly acidic.
Q: What are the common pests and diseases that may affect Symplocos Anomala?
A: Symplocos Anomala may be susceptible to pests and diseases such as scale insects, spider mites, and leaf spot.
Q: What is the hardiness zone of Symplocos Anomala?
A: Symplocos Anomala is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Related Plants
- Symplocos chinensis
- Symplocos cochinchinensis
- Symplocos laurina
- Symplocos lucida
- Symplocos racemosa
References
- “Symplocos Anomala.” Floristic Diversity of Southern Vietnam. Accessed 20 May 2021.
http://www.efloras.org/florataxon.aspx?flora_id=120&taxon_id=242424427 - “Symplocos Anomala.” The Plant List. Accessed 20 May 2021.
https://www.theplantlist.org/tpl1.1/record/kew-198621 - “Symplocos Anomala.” World Checklist of Selected Plant Families. Accessed 20 May 2021.
http://wcsp.science.kew.org/namedetail.do?name_id=198621 - “Symplocos Anomala.” Useful Tropical Plants. Accessed 20 May 2021.
https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Symplocos+anomala
