Ganophyllum falcatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
falcatum
ID:
694769
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
cmp
Year:
1850
Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 1: 230 (1850)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694102
Common Names
- Ganophyllum falcatum
- Falcate Ganophyllum
- Ganophyllum Falcate
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- Dictyoneura integerrima Radlk. [unknown]
Description
Ganophyllum falcatum (also called 'Corkwood', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 6 m in height, with a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to New Guinea, and is found in a variety of habitats, from lowland rainforest to montane forest.
Uses & Benefits
Ganophyllum falcatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for soil stabilization, to provide shade, and for windbreaks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ganophyllum falcatum has small, white flowers with yellowish-green stripes. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Ganophyllum falcatum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 5 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a moist, well-drained medium. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Ganophyllum falcatum
Ganophyllum falcatum can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Ganophyllum falcatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ganophyllum falcatum?
Ganophyllum falcatum
What type of plant is Ganophyllum falcatum?
It is a tree
Where is Ganophyllum falcatum found?
It is found in South East Asia
Species in the Ganophyllum genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2816644: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.