Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
linearis
ID:
713638

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) Loes.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 20b: 149 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712971



Common Names

  • Linear Gymnosporia
  • Gymnosporia linearis
  • Linear Thorn


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Description

Gymnosporia linearis (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 linearis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and to stabilize sandy soils.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gymnosporia linearis sub. lanceolata (E.Mey. ex Sond.) Jordaan
Gymnosporia linearis sub. madagascariensis (Drake) Jordaan
Gymnosporia linearis sub. linearis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnosporia linearis has small white flowers, with four petals, and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a central taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnosporia linearis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright spot with plenty of indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Gymnosporia linearis

Gymnosporia linearis is native to South Africa, where it is found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Gymnosporia linearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnosporia linearis?

Gymnosporia linearis

What is the common name of Gymnosporia linearis?

Linear-Leaved Thornapple

What is the natural habitat of Gymnosporia linearis?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2836147: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Eduard Theodor Loesener (1865-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loes.' in the authors string.