Status:
valid
Authors:
Gagnep. ex Villiers
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 66: 26 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706724
Common Names
- Poilanei
- Poilanei Raspwort
- Poilanei Bloodwort
Description
Gonocaryum poilanei (also called Poilane's Gonocaryum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is found in tropical Africa and Madagascar. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 8 m tall. It is found in lowland rainforest, montane rainforest, and gallery forest.
Uses & Benefits
Gonocaryum poilanei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, white, 5-petalled flowers. Seed: Small, black, oval-shaped seeds. Seedlings: Young seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gonocaryum poilanei can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require warm temperatures and bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Gonocaryum poilanei
Gonocaryum poilanei is native to Vietnam and is found in moist forests.
Gonocaryum poilanei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gonocaryum poilanei?
Gonocaryum poilanei
What is the family of Gonocaryum poilanei?
Gesneriaceae
What is the common name of Gonocaryum poilanei?
Poilanei
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,