Status:
valid
Authors:
Q.W.Lin, Z.X.Zhang & Q.R.Liu
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Guihaia 29: 162 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743945
Common Names
- Glyptopetalum integrifolium
- Integrifolium Glyptopetalum
- Glyptopetalum inte
Description
Glyptopetalum integrifolium (also called Integrifoliate Glyptopetalum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rutaceae family, native to India and Sri Lanka. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 2 m tall, with ovate leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Glyptopetalum integrifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a food additive and for making traditional medicines. Its leaves can be used as a natural dye for fabrics and its roots can be used to make a tea that is believed to have calming effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Glyptopetalum integrifolium are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glyptopetalum integrifolium is a tropical shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the tips of the stems and rooting them in a moist medium. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment.
Where to Find Glyptopetalum integrifolium
Glyptopetalum integrifolium is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in wildflowers.
Glyptopetalum integrifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glyptopetalum integrifolium?
Glyptopetalum integrifolium
What type of plant is Glyptopetalum integrifolium?
It is a shrub
Where does Glyptopetalum integrifolium grow?
It is native to South Africa
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,
References
Zhi Xiang Zhang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.X.Zhang' in the authors string.
Qin Wen Lin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.W.Lin' in the authors string.