Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
orbiculata
ID:
510130

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Y.Wu ex S.J.Pei & Y.H.Li) Q.R.Liu & Funston

Source:
cmp

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Fl. China 11: 475 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509462



Common Names

  • Gymnosporia Orbiculata
  • Orbiculata Gymnosporia
  • Gymnosporia Orbiculata


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Synonyms

  • Maytenus orbiculata C.Y.Wu ex S.J.Pei & Y.H.Li [unknown]

Description

Gymnosporia orbiculata (also called Orbiculate Gymnosporia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to China and is found in dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnosporia orbiculata is a small shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers, and its berries are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gymnosporia orbiculata is a small, white, fragrant flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnosporia orbiculata is a shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be taken from semi-hardwood cuttings.

Where to Find Gymnosporia orbiculata

Gymnosporia orbiculata is found in India.

Gymnosporia orbiculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnosporia orbiculata?

Gymnosporia orbiculata

What is the natural habitat of Gymnosporia orbiculata?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the flowering period of Gymnosporia orbiculata?

Spring to summer

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-2607354: Based on the initial data import
Michele Funston (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Funston' in the authors string.
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.
Sheng(Seng) Ji Pei (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.J.Pei' in the authors string.
Yan Hui Li (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.H.Li' in the authors string.
Quan Ru Liu (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.R.Liu' in the authors string.