Geobalanus oblongifolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oblongifolius
ID:
833728
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Michx.) Small
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Fl. Miami : 81 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833063
Common Names
- Geobalanus oblongifolius
- Oblong-leaved Geobalanus
- Oblong Geobalanus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Geobalanus oblongifolius (also called Oblong-leaved Geobalanus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in moist forests and wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Geobalanus oblongifolius has non-medical uses such as being used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of firewood. Its benefits include providing shade and shelter for wildlife, improving soil fertility, and helping to prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Geobalanus oblongifolius has small, white flowers in clusters, small, winged seeds, and seedlings with opposite, ovate leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Geobalanus oblongifolius is a small evergreen tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types and is drought tolerant. It is best to plant in spring or fall. To propagate from seed, collect the seeds in late summer and plant in a cold frame in fall. To propagate from cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in summer and root in a sandy soil mixture.
Where to Find Geobalanus oblongifolius
Geobalanus oblongifolius can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Geobalanus oblongifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Geobalanus oblongifolius?
Geobalanus oblongifolius
What is the natural habitat of Geobalanus oblongifolius?
The natural habitat of Geobalanus oblongifolius is temperate forests.
What is the flowering season of Geobalanus oblongifolius?
Geobalanus oblongifolius typically flowers during the spring months.
Species in the Geobalanus genus
Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family
Acioa edulis, Acioa guianensis, Acioa schultesii, Acioa somnolens, Acioa longipendula, Acioa dolichopoda, Afrolicania elaeosperma, Angelesia splendens, Angelesia fusicarpa, Angelesia palawanensis, Atuna cordata, Atuna elliptica, Atuna excelsa, Atuna indica, Atuna latifrons, Atuna nannodes, Atuna penangiana, Atuna travancorica, Bafodeya benna, Chrysobalanus cuspidatus, Chrysobalanus icaco, Chrysobalanus prancei, Couepia belemii, Couepia bernardii, Couepia bondarii, Couepia bracteosa, Couepia canomensis, Couepia carautae, Couepia caryophylloides, Couepia cataractae, Couepia chrysocalyx, Couepia cidiana, Couepia coarctata, Couepia comosa, Couepia eriantha, Couepia excelsa, Couepia exflexa, Couepia froesii, Couepia glabra, Couepia grandiflora, Couepia guianensis, Couepia habrantha, Couepia hondurasensis, Couepia impressa, Couepia insignis, Couepia joaquinae, Couepia krukovii, Couepia latifolia, Couepia leitaofilhoi, Couepia longipetiolata,
References
John Kunkel Small (1869-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Small' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:108790-2: Based on the initial data import