Gomphia serrata
The story
In various cultures across Tropical Asia, Gomphia serrata has held a special place not just as a plant, but as a source of traditional practices. Historically, its sap was used for teeth-blackening, a custom that reflected beauty standards and cultural identity. This practice has faded over time, but the plant remains a symbol of the rich tapestry of folk medicine and local customs.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
- Family
- Ochnaceae
How to use it
Gomphia serrata is primarily valued for its wood and sap. The wood is durable and can be used in construction or crafting, while the sap has applications in folk medicine. Its unique properties make it an interesting addition to discussions about sustainable resources and traditional uses.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
About
Campylospermum serratum is a plant in the family Ochnaceae. The specific epithet serratum is from the Latin meaning "with teeth", referring to the leaf margin. It is found in Tropical Asia, from Sulawesi, Indonesia to Hainan, Zhōngguó/China and over to southwestern India. Gomphia serrata was a previous common name for the species. The plant is used for its wood and its sap is used in folk medicine and in the past for teeth-blackening.
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Gomphia serrata
- Slug
- gomphia-serrata
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Ochnaceae
- Genus
- Gomphia
- Species
- serrata
- Wikidata QID
- Q5394304
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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