Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
drummondii
ID:
713568

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.Robson & Sebsebe) Jordaan

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 58: 861 (2003 publ. 2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712901



Common Names

  • Gymnosporia
  • Chinese Evergreen
  • Chinese Elm


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Synonyms

  • Maytenus drummondii N.Robson & Sebsebe [unknown]

Description

Gymnosporia drummondii (also called Prickly Currant, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8 m tall. It is native to eastern and southern Africa, and is found in woodlands, savannas, and grasslands. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate to lanceolate in shape. Its flowers are small and white, and the fruits are round and red.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnosporia drummondii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other animals. Its leaves are used to make tea and its wood is used for fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnosporia drummondii has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnosporia drummondii is a small evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Gymnosporia drummondii

Gymnosporia drummondii can be found in South Africa.

Gymnosporia drummondii FAQ

What is the common name of Gymnosporia drummondii?

Common name of Gymnosporia drummondii is African boxthorn

What is the growth habit of Gymnosporia drummondii?

Gymnosporia drummondii is a shrub or small tree

What is the native range of Gymnosporia drummondii?

Gymnosporia drummondii is native to southern Africa

Species in the Gymnosporia genus

Gymnosporia jinyangensis, Gymnosporia orbiculata, Gymnosporia acuminata, Gymnosporia addat, Gymnosporia alaternifolia, Gymnosporia andongensis, Gymnosporia annobonensis, Gymnosporia arbutifolia, Gymnosporia arenicola, Gymnosporia bachmannii, Gymnosporia bailadillana, Gymnosporia baumii, Gymnosporia benguelensis, Gymnosporia beniensis, Gymnosporia berberoides, Gymnosporia bonii, Gymnosporia brevipetala, Gymnosporia buchananii, Gymnosporia buxifolia, Gymnosporia buxifolioides, Gymnosporia capitata, Gymnosporia cassinoides, Gymnosporia chevalieri, Gymnosporia commiphoroides, Gymnosporia cortii, Gymnosporia crataegina, Gymnosporia crenata, Gymnosporia devenishii, Gymnosporia dhofarensis, Gymnosporia divaricata, Gymnosporia diversifolia, Gymnosporia drummondii, Gymnosporia elliptica, Gymnosporia emarginata, Gymnosporia engleriana, Gymnosporia falconeri, Gymnosporia forsskaoliana, Gymnosporia fruticosa, Gymnosporia gariepensis, Gymnosporia glaucophylla, Gymnosporia gracilipes, Gymnosporia gracilis, Gymnosporia grandifolia, Gymnosporia grossularia, Gymnosporia gurueensis, Gymnosporia hainanensis, Gymnosporia harenensis, Gymnosporia harlandii, Gymnosporia harveyana, Gymnosporia heterophylla,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2836083: Based on the initial data import
Sebsebe Demissew (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sebsebe' in the authors string.
Norman Keith Bonner Robson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Robson' in the authors string.
Marie Jordaan (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jordaan' in the authors string.