Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spathulifolia
ID:
695442

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brongn. & Gris

Source:
cmp

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 18: 189 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694775



Common Names

  • Garnieria spathulifolia
  • Spathulate-leaved Garnieria
  • Spathulate-leaved Gardenia


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Synonyms

  • Cenarrhenes spathulata Pancher & Sebert [unknown]
  • Cenarrhenes spathulifolia Brongn. & Gris [unknown]

Description

Garnieria spathulifolia (also called Spathulate-leaved Garnieria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in evergreen forests, usually in the understory.

Uses & Benefits

Garnieria spathulifolia has been used for its medicinal properties, including as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal. It has also been used as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine, as well as for its culinary uses, such as in curries and other dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Garnieria spathulifolia is yellow and has a sweet smell. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Garnieria spathulifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or layering. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep them in a warm, sunny area. When propagating by cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from the tip of the stem and plant it in a well-drained potting mix. When propagating by layering, bend a stem down to the ground and cover it with soil. Keep the soil moist until the stem takes root.

Where to Find Garnieria spathulifolia

Garnieria spathulifolia is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, especially in areas of high rainfall.

Garnieria spathulifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Garnieria spathulifolia?

Garnieria spathulifolia

What is the common name of Garnieria spathulifolia?

Garnier's Spathulifolia

Where is Garnieria spathulifolia found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain and Portugal east to Turkey and Syria.

Species in the Garnieria genus

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2817291: Based on the initial data import
Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
Jean Antoine Arthur Gris (1829-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gris' in the authors string.