Ternstroemia gitingensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gitingensis
ID:
459982
Status:
valid
Authors:
Elmer
Source:
ksu
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 4: 1480 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459314
Common Names
- Ternstroemia gitingensis
- Giting Snowbell
- Giting Bellflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lepanthes niesseniae (also called 'Niessen's Lepanthes', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a small epiphytic herb, growing up to 10 cm tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, and is found in humid montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ternstroemia gitingensis is an ornamental plant that is often used in landscaping. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant and can be used to create a tropical look in the garden. It is also used as a windbreak and to provide shade in hot climates.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ternstroemia gitingensis are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin, green and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ternstroemia gitingensis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy to USDA Zones 9-11.
Where to Find Ternstroemia gitingensis
Ternstroemia gitingensis can be found in Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Ternstroemia gitingensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ternstroemia gitingensis?
Ternstroemia gitingensis
What type of plant is Ternstroemia gitingensis?
Ternstroemia gitingensis is a shrub
Where is Ternstroemia gitingensis native to?
Ternstroemia gitingensis is native to the Philippines
Species in the Ternstroemia genus
Ternstroemia acuminata, Ternstroemia crassifolia, Ternstroemia clusiifolia, Ternstroemia cernua, Ternstroemia candolleana, Ternstroemia britteniana, Ternstroemia brasiliensis, Ternstroemia coriacea, Ternstroemia penangiana, Ternstroemia rostrata, Ternstroemia patens, Ternstroemia parviflora, Ternstroemia punctata, Ternstroemia flavescens, Ternstroemia hartii, Ternstroemia granulata, Ternstroemia oligostemon, Ternstroemia laevigata, Ternstroemia elliptica, Ternstroemia microcarpa, Ternstroemia microcalyx, Ternstroemia meridionalis, Ternstroemia lowii, Ternstroemia lineata, Ternstroemia elongata, Ternstroemia ekmanii, Ternstroemia dura, Ternstroemia duidae, Ternstroemia distyla, Ternstroemia discoidea, Ternstroemia denticulata, Ternstroemia foetida, Ternstroemia citrina, Ternstroemia cherryi, Ternstroemia kanehirai, Ternstroemia howardiana, Ternstroemia houtsoortiana, Ternstroemia hosei, Ternstroemia campinicola, Ternstroemia guanchezii, Ternstroemia gracilifolia, Ternstroemia glomerata, Ternstroemia glandulosa, Ternstroemia gitingensis, Ternstroemia chapaensis, Ternstroemia beccarii, Ternstroemia camelliifolia, Ternstroemia calycina, Ternstroemia buxifolia, Ternstroemia bullata,
Species in the Pentaphylacaceae family
Adinandra angustifolia, Adinandra acuminata, Adinandra acuta, Adinandra angulata, Adinandra anisobasis, Adinandra annamensis, Adinandra apoensis, Adinandra argentifolia, Adinandra auriformis, Adinandra bicuspidata, Adinandra bockiana, Adinandra borneensis, Adinandra brassii, Adinandra brefeldii, Adinandra calciphila, Adinandra caudata, Adinandra celebica, Adinandra clemensiae, Adinandra coarctata, Adinandra collettiana, Adinandra collina, Adinandra colombonensis, Adinandra cordifolia, Adinandra corneriana, Adinandra crassifolia, Adinandra dasyantha, Adinandra donnaiensis, Adinandra dubia, Adinandra dumosa, Adinandra elegans, Adinandra elliptica, Adinandra endertii, Adinandra epunctata, Adinandra excelsa, Adinandra eymae, Adinandra filipes, Adinandra forbesii, Adinandra formosana, Adinandra gallatlyi, Adinandra glischroloma, Adinandra grandifolia, Adinandra grandis, Adinandra griffithii, Adinandra hainanensis, Adinandra hirta, Adinandra howii, Adinandra impressa, Adinandra inaequalis, Adinandra integerrima, Adinandra javanica,
References
Adolph Daniel Edward Elmer (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Elmer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:830520-1: Based on the initial data import