Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blume) Sleumer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 15: 233 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706710
Common Names
- Litorale
- Litorale Raspwort
- Litorale Bloodwort
Description
Gonocaryum litorale (also called Coastal Gonocaryum, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Gonocaryum litorale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Gonocaryum litorale are small and yellow, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gonocaryum litorale is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Australia and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought and frost tolerant.
Where to Find Gonocaryum litorale
Gonocaryum litorale is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including China, India, and Malaysia.
Gonocaryum litorale FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gonocaryum litorale?
Gonocaryum litorale
What is the common name of Gonocaryum litorale?
Litorale
What is the family of Gonocaryum litorale?
Haloragaceae
Species in the Gonocaryum genus
Gonocaryum calleryanum,
Gonocaryum cognatum,
Gonocaryum crassifolium,
Gonocaryum gracile,
Gonocaryum impressinervium,
Gonocaryum litorale,
Gonocaryum lobbianum,
Gonocaryum macrophyllum,
Gonocaryum minus,
Gonocaryum poilanei,
Gonocaryum sleumeri,
Species in the Cardiopteridaceae family
Cardiopteris moluccana,
Cardiopteris quinqueloba,
Citronella apogon,
Citronella costaricensis,
Citronella engleriana,
Citronella gongonha,
Citronella incarum,
Citronella latifolia,
Citronella lucidula,
Citronella macrocarpa,
Citronella melliodora,
Citronella moorei,
Citronella mucronata,
Citronella paniculata,
Citronella philippinensis,
Citronella samoensis,
Citronella sarmentosa,
Citronella silvatica,
Citronella smythii,
Citronella suaveolens,
Citronella vitiensis,
Citronella hirsuta,
Dendrobangia boliviana,
Dendrobangia multinervia,
Gonocaryum calleryanum,
Gonocaryum cognatum,
Gonocaryum crassifolium,
Gonocaryum gracile,
Gonocaryum impressinervium,
Gonocaryum litorale,
Gonocaryum lobbianum,
Gonocaryum macrophyllum,
Gonocaryum minus,
Gonocaryum poilanei,
Gonocaryum sleumeri,
Leptaulus citrioides,
Leptaulus congolanus,
Leptaulus daphnoides,
Leptaulus grandifolius,
Leptaulus holstii,
Leptaulus madagascariensis,
Pseudobotrys dorae,
Pseudobotrys cauliflorus,