Geobalanus retifolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
retifolius
ID:
1344205
Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.F.Blake) Sothers & Prance
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 71(4)-58: 14. 2016 [15 Dec 2016] [epublished]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001356659
Common Names
- Geobalanus retifolius
- Retifolius Geobalanus
- Retifolius False Mango
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Geobalanus retifolius (also called Retifolius Geobalanus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Balanaceae. It is found in Central and South America. This species has a small, evergreen tree with leathery, dark green leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and heavily degraded former forest.
Uses & Benefits
Geobalanus retifolius is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Geobalanus retifolius has white or pink flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Geobalanus retifolius is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate partial shade, but may require more frequent watering.
Where to Find Geobalanus retifolius
Geobalanus retifolius can be found in the tropical forests of South America.
Geobalanus retifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Geobalanus retifolius?
Geobalanus retifolius
What type of plant is Geobalanus retifolius?
It is a type of flowering plant.
Where is Geobalanus retifolius found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
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
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.
Cynthia Sothers (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sothers' in the authors string.