Status:
valid
Authors:
Taub.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 34: 3 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693868
Common Names
- Galipea Ciliata
- Galipea Panamensis
- Galipea Revoluta
Description
Galipea ciliata (also called Ciliata, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rutaceae. It is native to South America, occurring in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Galipea ciliata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make essential oils. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Galipea ciliata has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Galipea ciliata is a small shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from cuttings or from seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Galipea ciliata
Galipea ciliata is native to the Andes Mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.
Galipea ciliata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galipea ciliata?
Galipea ciliata
What type of plant is Galipea ciliata?
Tree
Where is Galipea ciliata native to?
Tropical America
Species in the Galipea genus
Galipea maxima,
Galipea ramiflora,
Galipea carinata,
Galipea ciliata,
Galipea congestiflora,
Galipea dasysperma,
Galipea davisii,
Galipea grandifolia,
Galipea jasminiflora,
Galipea laxiflora,
Galipea panamensis,
Galipea revoluta,
Galipea simplicifolia,
Galipea trifoliata,
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,