Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
gilgiana
ID:
618216

Status:
valid

Authors:
Helwig

Source:
cmp

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 22A(17): 24 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617548



Common Names

  • Comocladia Gilgiana
  • Gilgiana Comocladia
  • Comocladia


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Description

Comocladia gilgiana (also called Gilg's Boxwood, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean region and is found in dry forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas. It has leathery leaves with toothed margins and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Comocladia gilgiana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Comocladia gilgiana has small white flowers, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comocladia gilgiana is a tropical evergreen tree native to Central America. It can be propagated from seeds, cuttings, or air layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season. Prune regularly to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Comocladia gilgiana

Comocladia gilgiana is native to tropical America.

Comocladia gilgiana FAQ

What is the common name of Comocladia gilgiana?

The common name of Comocladia gilgiana is False Mastic

What is the natural habitat of Comocladia gilgiana?

The natural habitat of Comocladia gilgiana is tropical rainforests

What is the scientific name of Comocladia gilgiana?

The scientific name of Comocladia gilgiana is Comocladia gilgiana

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2733752: Based on the initial data import
Burghard Helwig (d.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Helwig' in the authors string.