Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
odorata
ID:
434330

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1820

Citation Micro:
Pl. Coromandel 3: 95 (1820)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433662



Common Names

  • Gynocardia Odorata
  • Gynocardia 'Odorata'
  • Gynocardia 'Fragrant'


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Description

Gynocardia odorata (also called Odorata Gynocardia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a single stem. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gynocardia odorata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gynocardia odorata is a yellow, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Gynocardia odorata is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Gynocardia odorata

Gynocardia odorata can be found in tropical regions of South America, such as Brazil and Peru.

Gynocardia odorata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynocardia odorata?

Gynocardia odorata

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Species in the Gynocardia genus

Species in the Achariaceae family

Acharia tragodes, Ahernia glandulosa, Baileyoxylon lanceolatum, Buchnerodendron lasiocalyx, Buchnerodendron speciosum, Caloncoba brevipes, Caloncoba crepiniana, Caloncoba echinata, Caloncoba flagelliflora, Caloncoba gilgiana, Caloncoba glauca, Caloncoba lophocarpa, Caloncoba subtomentosa, Caloncoba suffruticosa, Caloncoba welwitschii, Camptostylus kivuensis, Camptostylus mannii, Camptostylus ovalis, Carpotroche amazonica, Carpotroche brasiliensis, Carpotroche criapidentata, Carpotroche froesiana, Carpotroche grandiflora, Carpotroche integrifolia, Carpotroche longifolia, Carpotroche pacifica, Carpotroche platyptera, Carpotroche ramosii, Carpotroche surinamensis, Carpotroche grandiflora, Carpotroche crispidentata, Carpotroche caceresiae, Ceratiosicyos laevis, Chiangiodendron mexicanum, Chlorocarpa pentaschista, Dasylepis blackii, Dasylepis eggelingii, Dasylepis integra, Dasylepis racemosa, Dasylepis seretii, Dasylepis thomasii, Eleutherandra pes-cervi, Erythrospermum acuminatissimum, Erythrospermum ampullaceum, Erythrospermum boivinianum, Erythrospermum candidum, Erythrospermum capitatum, Erythrospermum coffeaefolium, Erythrospermum corymbosum, Erythrospermum crassipes,

References

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:111709-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.