Status:
valid
Authors:
Gaudich.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Voy. Bonite, Bot. 3: t. 85 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000703374
Common Names
- Gironniera celtidifolia
- Celtidifolia Gironniera
- Gironniera
Synonyms
- Gironniera grandifolia Merr. & L.M.Perry [unknown]
- Gironniera retinervia Merr. & L.M.Perry [unknown]
- Gironniera sibuyanensis Elmer [unknown]
Description
Gironniera celtidifolia (also called Celtis Tree, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 m in height. It is native to India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, scrub, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Gironniera celtidifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gironniera celtidifolia is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gironniera celtidifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Gironniera celtidifolia
Gironniera celtidifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is also found in parts of North Africa, the Middle East, and the Canary Islands.
Gironniera celtidifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gironniera celtidifolia?
Gironniera celtidifolia
What is the common name of Gironniera celtidifolia?
Celtis-leaf Gironniera
What is the natural habitat of Gironniera celtidifolia?
Gironniera celtidifolia is found in dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands in California.
Species in the Gironniera genus
Species in the Cannabaceae family
Aphananthe aspera,
Aphananthe cuspidata,
Aphananthe monoica,
Aphananthe philippinensis,
Aphananthe sakalava,
Cannabis sativa,
Celtis adolfi-friderici,
Celtis africana,
Celtis australis,
Celtis balansae,
Celtis berteroana,
Celtis bifida,
Celtis biondii,
Celtis boninensis,
Celtis brasiliensis,
Celtis bungeana,
Celtis caucasica,
Celtis caudata,
Celtis cerasifera,
Celtis chekiangensis,
Celtis chichape,
Celtis conferta,
Celtis glabrata,
Celtis gomphophylla,
Celtis harperi,
Celtis hildebrandii,
Celtis hypoleuca,
Celtis iguanaea,
Celtis jamaicensis,
Celtis jessoensis,
Celtis julianae,
Celtis koraiensis,
Celtis laevigata,
Celtis latifolia,
Celtis lindheimeri,
Celtis loxensis,
Celtis luzonica,
Celtis madagascariensis,
Celtis mauritiana,
Celtis mildbraedii,
Celtis occidentalis,
Celtis orthacanthos,
Celtis pacifica,
Celtis pallida,
Celtis paniculata,
Celtis petenensis,
Celtis philippensis,
Celtis punctata,
Celtis reticulata,
Celtis rigescens,