Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
grahamii
ID:
724920

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kurz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 41: 305 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724253



Common Names

  • Holigarna grahamii
  • Grahamii Holigarna
  • Grahamii


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Synonyms

  • Semecarpus grahamii Wight [unknown]
  • Catutsjeron grahamii (Hook.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Holigarna grahamii Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Holigarna wightii N.P.Balakr. [unknown]
  • Katou-tsjeroe grahamii Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Holigarna grahamii (also called the Graham's holigarna, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It has white, star-shaped flowers and grows in moist, shady woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Holigarna grahamii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach problems. It is also used as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Holigarna grahamii has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Holigarna grahamii is a terrestrial shrub native to Australia. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn and planted in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Holigarna grahamii

Holigarna grahamii can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Holigarna grahamii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Holigarna grahamii?

Holigarna grahamii

What is the common name of Holigarna grahamii?

Graham's Holigarna

What is the natural habitat of Holigarna grahamii?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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