Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.S.Lian et al. ex Swenson & Bartish
Source:
tro
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 27: 52 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280497
Common Names
- Goniocarpa Hippophae
- Goniocarpa
- Hippophae
Description
Hippophae goniocarpa (also called Hippophae goniocarpa, Hippophae goniocarpa and Hippophae, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, tropical forests and prefers a humid environment.
Uses & Benefits
Hippophae goniocarpa is used for ornamental purposes, as a ground cover, and as an ingredient in herbal teas and medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hippophae goniocarpa has white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hippophae goniocarpa is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger containers.
Where to Find Hippophae goniocarpa
Hippophae goniocarpa is native to the Himalayas.
Hippophae goniocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hippophae goniocarpa?
Hippophae goniocarpa
What are the common names of Hippophae goniocarpa?
Goniocarpa sea-buckthorn, goniocarpa sea-buckthorn
What is the habitat of Hippophae goniocarpa?
It grows in dry, rocky soils in open, sunny areas
Species in the Hippophae genus
Species in the Elaeagnaceae family
Elaeagnus angustata,
Elaeagnus angustifolia,
Elaeagnus annamensis,
Elaeagnus arakiana,
Elaeagnus argyi,
Elaeagnus bambusetorum,
Elaeagnus bockii,
Elaeagnus bonii,
Elaeagnus calcarea,
Elaeagnus caudata,
Elaeagnus cinnamomifolia,
Elaeagnus commutata,
Elaeagnus conferta,
Elaeagnus courtoisii,
Elaeagnus davidii,
Elaeagnus delavayi,
Elaeagnus difficilis,
Elaeagnus epitricha,
Elaeagnus fasciculata,
Elaeagnus formosana,
Elaeagnus formosensis,
Elaeagnus geniculata,
Elaeagnus glabra,
Elaeagnus gonyanthes,
Elaeagnus griffithii,
Elaeagnus grijsii,
Elaeagnus guizhouensis,
Elaeagnus henryi,
Elaeagnus heterophylla,
Elaeagnus hunanensis,
Elaeagnus indica,
Elaeagnus infundibularis,
Elaeagnus jiangxiensis,
Elaeagnus jingdonensis,
Elaeagnus kanaii,
Elaeagnus lanceolata,
Elaeagnus lanpingensis,
Elaeagnus laosensis,
Elaeagnus latifolia,
Elaeagnus lipoensis,
Elaeagnus liukiuensis,
Elaeagnus liuzhouensis,
Elaeagnus longiloba,
Elaeagnus loureiroi,
Elaeagnus luoxiangensis,
Elaeagnus luxiensis,
Elaeagnus macrantha,
Elaeagnus macrophylla,
Elaeagnus magna,
Elaeagnus maritima,
References
Igor V. Bartish: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bartish' in the authors string.