Status:
valid
Authors:
Prain
Source:
cmp
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 60: 209 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704678
Common Names
- Glyptopetalum calocarpum
- Beautiful-Fruited Glyptopetalum
- Beautiful-Fruited Water-Lily
Synonyms
- Euonymus calocarpus Kurz [unknown]
- Glyptopetalum griffithii Prain [valid]
Description
Glyptopetalum calocarpum (also called Shiny-fruit Wax Plant, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It has glossy, dark green, leathery leaves that are angularly lobed. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and along the edges of rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Glyptopetalum calocarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Glyptopetalum calocarpum has yellow, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a pointed tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glyptopetalum calocarpum is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It has a long flowering period from spring to autumn.
Where to Find Glyptopetalum calocarpum
Glyptopetalum calocarpum is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Glyptopetalum calocarpum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glyptopetalum calocarpum?
Glyptopetalum calocarpum
What are the medicinal uses of Glyptopetalum calocarpum?
Glyptopetalum calocarpum is used for treating various ailments, including digestive problems, skin disorders, and inflammation.
What is the taste of Glyptopetalum calocarpum?
Glyptopetalum calocarpum has a sweet, licorice-like taste.
Species in the Glyptopetalum genus
Glyptopetalum reticulinerve,
Glyptopetalum acuminatissimum,
Glyptopetalum angulatum,
Glyptopetalum aquifolium,
Glyptopetalum calocarpum,
Glyptopetalum calyptratum,
Glyptopetalum chaudocense,
Glyptopetalum euonymoides,
Glyptopetalum euphlebium,
Glyptopetalum feddei,
Glyptopetalum fengii,
Glyptopetalum geloniifolium,
Glyptopetalum gracilipes,
Glyptopetalum grandiflorum,
Glyptopetalum harmandianum,
Glyptopetalum ilicifolium,
Glyptopetalum lawsonii,
Glyptopetalum loheri,
Glyptopetalum longipedicellatum,
Glyptopetalum longepedunculatum,
Glyptopetalum marivelense,
Glyptopetalum palawanense,
Glyptopetalum poilanei,
Glyptopetalum quadrangulare,
Glyptopetalum rhytidophyllum,
Glyptopetalum sclerocarpum,
Glyptopetalum stixifolium,
Glyptopetalum subcordatum,
Glyptopetalum thorelii,
Glyptopetalum tonkinense,
Glyptopetalum zeylanicum,
Glyptopetalum integrifolium,
Glyptopetalum pallidifolium,
Glyptopetalum vidalii,
Glyptopetalum verticillatum,
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus,
Allocassine laurifolia,
Anthodon decussatus,
Anthodon panamense,
Apatophyllum constablei,
Apatophyllum flavovirens,
Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,