Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hemipterocarpa
ID:
744684
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jordaan
Source:
cmp
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 38: 150 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744017
Common Names
- Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa
- Hemipterocarpa Gymnosporia
- Gymnosporia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa (also called Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Annonaceae family. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is found in tropical moist montane forests. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 5 meters tall. Its leaves are simple and alternate, and its flowers are yellow-green in color.
Uses & Benefits
Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa is used for its medicinal properties, including as an anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa has small white flowers that are clustered in small umbels. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa
Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa?
Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa is native to tropical rainforests in South America.
What are the common names of Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa?
Common names for Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa include whip vine and whipstick.
What is the growth habit of Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa?
Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa is a woody vine that grows up to 15 meters in length.
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-2896305: Based on the initial data import
Marie Jordaan (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jordaan' in the authors string.