Embelia sessiliflora

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Embelia stricta
• Ribesiodes sessiliflorum
• Samara sessiliflora

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Ericales, it is further categorized into the family Primulaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Embelia.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several distinct regions of Asia. In China, its presence is primarily concentrated within the South-Central territories. The Indian Subcontinent also hosts the species, specifically documented in the Assam region. Furthermore, it is found throughout various parts of Indo-China, including Laos and Myanmar. Finally, its geographical range extends into the tropical landscapes of Thailand.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Embelia sessiliflora is fundamentally defined by its distribution across distinct altitudinal gradients within its native mountain habitats. This species thrives within a specific vertical range, demonstrating a strong preference for mid-to-high altitude environments. It is typically found at elevations starting from a minimum of 1400 m AMSL, reaching its peak ecological limit at a maximum of 2800 m AMSL. The environmental conditions most characteristic of its primary habitat center around a mean elevation of 2100 m AMSL, suggesting that the plant is best adapted to the specific temperature, moisture, and atmospheric pressures associated with these montane zones.

Elevational range max:

2800 m AMSL

Elevational range mean:

2100 m AMSL

Elevational range min:

1400 m AMSL

Life history

The life history of Embelia sessiliflora is characterized by its status as a perennial plant, allowing it to persist in its environment through multiple growing seasons. As a long-lived species, it does not complete its biological cycle within a single year or two, but rather maintains its vegetative structure over an extended period. This perennial nature enables the plant to establish a stable presence within its ecological niche, undergoing repeated cycles of growth, flowering, and seed production. By maintaining its life cycle over several years, the species can better withstand seasonal fluctuations and ensure long-term reproductive success through continuous development.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Embelia sessiliflora is characterized by its growth form as a woody shrub that exhibits facultative climbing behavior. This plant typically reaches a height ranging from a minimum of 3 m to a maximum of 5 m, with a mean height of approximately 4 m. As a woody species, it possesses a robust structure, though its habit allows it to utilize surrounding supports when necessary.

Climber :

facultative

Growth form :

shrub

Plant height max:

5 m

Plant height mean:

4 m

Plant height min:

3 m

Woodiness :

woody

Physiology

The physiological morphology of Embelia sessiliflora is characterized by its distinct foliar dimensions, which exhibit significant variability depending on environmental factors and developmental stages. The leaves demonstrate a measurable range of longitudinal growth, with a minimum recorded length of 6 cm and a mean length of 8.5 cm, reaching a maximum potential length of 11 cm. This length variability is complemented by a corresponding lateral expansion, where the leaf width fluctuates between a minimum of 2.5 cm and a maximum of 5 cm. These specific dimensions define the surface area available for photosynthetic activity, reflecting a physiological adaptation to light interception and gas exchange within its natural habitat.

Leaf length max:

11 cm

Leaf length mean:

8.5 cm

Leaf length min:

6 cm

Leaf width max:

5 cm

Leaf width min:

2.5 cm

Reproduction

The reproduction of Embelia sessiliflora is characterized by its specific flowering structures, which are organized into inflorescences that serve as the primary site for sexual development. These inflorescences exhibit a controlled size range, typically measuring between a minimum of 0.1 m and a maximum of 0.15 m in length. Within these floral arrangements, the reproductive organs facilitate pollination, leading to the eventual formation of seeds necessary for the continuation of the species. The precise dimensions of the inflorescence length are a critical morphological component in its reproductive cycle, ensuring the proper positioning and accessibility of flowers for reproductive success.

Inflorescence length max:

0.15 m

Inflorescence length min:

0.1 m

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Embelia sessiliflora has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include rosmarinic acid.

rosmarinic acid

1. Biology

Activities

Embelia sessiliflora has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.

Antioxidant

1. Biology

Conditions

Embelia sessiliflora has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include infectious diseases.

Infectious diseases

1. Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland)

Preparations

Embelia sessiliflora has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Formula 04.

Formula 04

1. Biology