Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
gummifera
ID:
583728

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Marchand

Source:
cmp

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Rév. Anacardiac. : 173 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583060



Common Names

  • Campnosperma gummifera
  • Gum-bearing Campnosperma
  • Gum-fruited Campnosperma


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Synonyms

  • Drepanospermum gummiferum (Benth.) Benth. [unknown]

Description

Campnosperma gummifera (also called 'Gum-Bearing Campnosperma', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It typically grows to a height of 5-10 feet and has glossy, dark green leaves with small, yellow flowers that bloom in late spring or early summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade and is often used as an ornamental in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Campnosperma gummifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Campnosperma gummifera are yellow, with five petals and a star-shaped center. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campnosperma gummifera is a tropical tree that can be grown in a well-drained soil in full sun. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist and warm until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Campnosperma gummifera

Campnosperma gummifera can be found in the tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Campnosperma gummifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campnosperma gummifera?

Campnosperma gummifera

What is the family of Campnosperma gummifera?

Anacardiaceae

What is the native range of Campnosperma gummifera?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Nestor Léon Marchand (1833-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marchand' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:69384-1: Based on the initial data import