Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
buchii
ID:
747169

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) S.A.Graham

Source:
cmp

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 97: 63 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746502



Common Names

  • Ginoria buchii
  • Buchii Ginoria
  • Ginoria Buchii


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Synonyms

  • Haitia buchii Urb. [unknown]

Description

Ginoria buchii (also called Ginoria buchii, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to India. It has white flowers and grows in moist, shady forests. It is also found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

Ginoria buchii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ginoria buchii is a yellow, star-shaped bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ginoria buchii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season, but avoid overwatering. Prune after flowering to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Ginoria buchii

Ginoria buchii is native to South America and can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Ginoria buchii FAQ

What type of soil is best for Ginoria buchii?

Ginoria buchii prefers moist, well-drained soils with a slightly acidic pH.

What is the best temperature for Ginoria buchii?

Ginoria buchii prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

How much light does Ginoria buchii need?

Ginoria buchii prefers partial shade to full sun.

Species in the Lythraceae family

Adenaria floribunda, Ammannia aegyptiaca, Ammannia alternifolia, Ammannia anagalloides, Ammannia aspera, Ammannia auriculata, Ammannia baccifera, Ammannia coccinea, Ammannia cordata, Ammannia crassicaulis, Ammannia crinipes, Ammannia debilis, Ammannia desertorum, Ammannia dodecandra, Ammannia elata, Ammannia gracilis, Ammannia latifolia, Ammannia linearipetala, Ammannia loandensis, Ammannia multiflora, Ammannia myriophylloides, Ammannia nagpurensis, Ammannia octandra, Ammannia passerinoides, Ammannia prieuriana, Ammannia prostrata, Ammannia quadriciliata, Ammannia robusta, Ammannia sarcophylla, Ammannia schaeferi, Ammannia senegalensis, Ammannia triflora, Ammannia uniflora, Ammannia urceolata, Ammannia verticillata, Ammannia wormskioldii, Ammannia calcicola, Ammannia heterophylla, Ammannia pauciramosa, Ammannia pubescens, Ammannia praetermissa, Ammannia andongensis, Ammannia angolensis, Ammannia angustifolia, Ammannia arnhemica, Ammannia aurita, Ammannia baumii, Ammannia bequaertii, Ammannia brevistyla, Ammannia burttii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2899791: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Shirley Ann Tousch Graham (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Graham' in the authors string.