Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
sarcopterifructa
ID:
712564

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welzen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 5: 104 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711897

Common Names

  • Guioa sarcopterifructa
  • Sarcopterifructa Guioa
  • Guioa Sarcopterifructa

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Description

Guioa sarcopterifructa (also called Guioa sarcopterifructa, 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 sarcopterifructa 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 sarcopterifructa 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 sarcopterifructa can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Guioa sarcopterifructa

Guioa sarcopterifructa can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Guioa sarcopterifructa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guioa sarcopterifructa?

Guioa sarcopterifructa

What type of plant is Guioa sarcopterifructa?

Guioa sarcopterifructa is a shrub.

Where is Guioa sarcopterifructa native to?

Guioa sarcopterifructa 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2835072: Based on the initial data import
P.C.van Welzen (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welzen' in the authors string.