Status:
valid
Authors:
Kuijt
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Novon 24: 173 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345144
Common Names
- Gaiadendron coronatum
- Coronatum Gaiadendron
- Gaiadendron punctatum
Description
Gaiadendron coronatum (also called Crowned Gaiadendron, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has alternate, elliptic to ovate leaves with a silvery-green color. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands and scrub habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gaiadendron coronatum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gaiadendron coronatum is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gaiadendron coronatum is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-draining medium. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Gaiadendron coronatum
Gaiadendron coronatum is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.
Gaiadendron coronatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gaiadendron coronatum?
Gaiadendron coronatum
What is the common name of Gaiadendron coronatum?
Crowned Gaiadendron
What is the natural habitat of Gaiadendron coronatum?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
Species in the Gaiadendron genus
Species in the Loranthaceae family
Actinanthella menyharthii,
Actinanthella wyliei,
Aetanthus andreanus,
Aetanthus colombianus,
Aetanthus coriaceus,
Aetanthus dichotomus,
Aetanthus engelsii,
Aetanthus macranthus,
Aetanthus mutisii,
Aetanthus nodosus,
Aetanthus ornatus,
Aetanthus ovalis,
Aetanthus trifolius,
Aetanthus prolongatus,
Aetanthus sessilifolius,
Aetanthus verticillatus,
Aetanthus megaphyllus,
Aetanthus pascoensis,
Aetanthus tachirensis,
Aetanthus validus,
Agelanthus atrocoronatus,
Agelanthus bipartitus,
Agelanthus brunneus,
Agelanthus combreticola,
Agelanthus copaiferae,
Agelanthus crassifolius,
Agelanthus deltae,
Agelanthus dichrous,
Agelanthus discolor,
Agelanthus djurensis,
Agelanthus dodonaeifolius,
Agelanthus elegantulus,
Agelanthus entebbensis,
Agelanthus falcifolius,
Agelanthus flammeus,
Agelanthus fuellebornii,
Agelanthus gilgii,
Agelanthus glaucoviridis,
Agelanthus glomeratus,
Agelanthus gracilis,
Agelanthus guineensis,
Agelanthus henriquesii,
Agelanthus heteromorphus,
Agelanthus igneus,
Agelanthus irangensis,
Agelanthus kayseri,
Agelanthus keilii,
Agelanthus krausei,
Agelanthus kraussianus,
Agelanthus lancifolius,
References
Job Kuijt (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuijt' in the authors string.