Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glandulosopedicellata
ID:
1318188

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Wilczek) Gagnon & G.P.Lewis

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys71: 56 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330642



Common Names

  • Gelrebia glandulosopedicellata
  • Glandulose-Pedicelled Gelrebia
  • Glandulose-Pedicelled Gelreb


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Description

Gelrebia glandulosopedicellata (also called Glandular-pedicelled Gelrebia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant found in Central America. It is a small, shrub-like plant with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is found in wet forests and cloud forests in Costa Rica and Panama.

Uses & Benefits

Gelrebia glandulosopedicellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gelrebia glandulosopedicellata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, shiny berry. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gelrebia glandulosopedicellata is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Gelrebia glandulosopedicellata

Gelrebia glandulosopedicellata is native to the high-altitude regions of South Korea.

Gelrebia glandulosopedicellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gelrebia glandulosopedicellata?

Gelrebia glandulosopedicellata

What is the natural habitat of Gelrebia glandulosopedicellata?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

What are the characteristics of Gelrebia glandulosopedicellata?

It is a shrub with white flowers and yellow fruits.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.
Rudolf Wilczek (1903-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Wilczek' in the authors string.
Edeline Gagnon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnon' in the authors string.