Status:
valid
Authors:
(Davison) Jordaan
Source:
cmp
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Trees Shrubs Mpumalanga : 676 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712943
Common Names
- Gymnosporia Grandifolia
- Large-Leaf Gymnosporia
- Large-Leaf False-Iris
Synonyms
- Gymnosporia angularis grandifolia Davison [valid]
Description
Gymnosporia grandifolia (also called Climbing Cedar, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Himalayas, and is found in dry, open forests and scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Gymnosporia grandifolia 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 grandifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gymnosporia grandifolia is best propagated from cuttings. Take 4-6 inch cuttings from the tips of the branches in late spring or early summer. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location. The cuttings should root within 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Gymnosporia grandifolia
Gymnosporia grandifolia is native to India, where it is found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
Gymnosporia grandifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gymnosporia grandifolia?
Gymnosporia grandifolia
What is the common name of Gymnosporia grandifolia?
Large-Leaved Thornapple
What is the natural habitat of Gymnosporia grandifolia?
Dry, rocky hillsides in the Middle East
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
J.D. Davison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Davison' in the authors string.