Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
pteropoda
ID:
712553

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Actes Congr. Int. Bot. Amst. , reimpr.: 41 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711886

Common Names

  • Guioa pteropoda
  • Pteropoda Guioa
  • Guioa Pteropoda

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Description

Guioa pteropoda (also called Guioa pteropoda, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a rounded crown, growing up to 8 meters tall. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, and is commonly found in open forests, woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Guioa pteropoda has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, coughs, and dysentery. It has also been used to make a tea that can help reduce inflammation and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guioa pteropoda is white and has 5 petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guioa pteropoda is a small tree or shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a fast-growing species that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Guioa pteropoda prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Guioa pteropoda

Guioa pteropoda is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Guioa pteropoda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guioa pteropoda?

Guioa pteropoda

What type of plant is Guioa pteropoda?

Guioa pteropoda is a shrub.

Where is Guioa pteropoda native to?

Guioa pteropoda is native to Australia.

Species in the Guioa genus

Guioa acuminata, Guioa acutifolia, Guioa amabilis, Guioa aryterifolia, Guioa aryteroides, Guioa asquamosa, Guioa bicolor, Guioa bijuga, Guioa capillacea, Guioa chrysea, Guioa comesperma, Guioa contracta, Guioa coriacea, Guioa crenata, Guioa crenulata, Guioa diplopetala, Guioa discolor, Guioa elegans, Guioa elliptica, Guioa fusca, Guioa glauca, Guioa gracilis, Guioa grandifoliola, Guioa hirsuta, Guioa hospita, Guioa koelreuteria, Guioa koniamboensis, Guioa krempfii, Guioa lasioneura, Guioa lentiscifolia, Guioa malukuensis, Guioa megacarpa, Guioa melanopoda, Guioa membranifolia, Guioa microsepala, Guioa misimaensis, Guioa molliuscula, Guioa montana, Guioa multijuga, Guioa myriadenia, Guioa normanbiensis, Guioa novobritannica, Guioa novoebudaensis, Guioa oligotricha, Guioa ovalis, Guioa palawanica, Guioa parvifoliola, Guioa patentinervis, Guioa pauciflora, Guioa pectinata,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References