Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
confertiflora
ID:
1321301

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Y.Luo & X.X.Chen) M.P.Simmons

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 36: 929 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333755

Common Names

  • Confertiflora Gymnosporia
  • Gymnosporia Confertiflora
  • Confertiflora Gymnosporia

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Description

Gymnosporia confertiflora (also called Australian Cedar, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Celastraceae family. It is a small, evergreen tree or shrub with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to Australia, where it is found in a variety of habitats, including rainforests, woodlands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnosporia confertiflora is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, coughs, and colds. It is also used as a food source and for making tools.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gymnosporia confertiflora is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, ovoid seed with a smooth surface. The seedling is a small, oval-shaped seedling with a yellowish-green stem and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnosporia confertiflora is a perennial evergreen shrub that is native to China. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Gymnosporia confertiflora

Gymnosporia confertiflora is native to China.

Gymnosporia confertiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnosporia confertiflora?

Gymnosporia confertiflora

What type of plant is Gymnosporia confertiflora?

It is a shrub

Where is Gymnosporia confertiflora native to?

It is native to South Africa

Species in the Gymnosporia genus

Gymnosporia jinyangensis, Gymnosporia orbiculata, Gymnosporia acuminata, Gymnosporia addat, Gymnosporia alaternifolia, Gymnosporia andongensis, Gymnosporia annobonensis, Gymnosporia arbutifolia, Gymnosporia arenicola, Gymnosporia bachmannii, Gymnosporia bailadillana, Gymnosporia baumii, Gymnosporia benguelensis, Gymnosporia beniensis, Gymnosporia berberoides, Gymnosporia bonii, Gymnosporia brevipetala, Gymnosporia buchananii, Gymnosporia buxifolia, Gymnosporia buxifolioides, Gymnosporia capitata, Gymnosporia cassinoides, Gymnosporia chevalieri, Gymnosporia commiphoroides, Gymnosporia cortii, Gymnosporia crataegina, Gymnosporia crenata, Gymnosporia devenishii, Gymnosporia dhofarensis, Gymnosporia divaricata, Gymnosporia diversifolia, Gymnosporia drummondii, Gymnosporia elliptica, Gymnosporia emarginata, Gymnosporia engleriana, Gymnosporia falconeri, Gymnosporia forsskaoliana, Gymnosporia fruticosa, Gymnosporia gariepensis, Gymnosporia glaucophylla, Gymnosporia gracilipes, Gymnosporia gracilis, Gymnosporia grandifolia, Gymnosporia grossularia, Gymnosporia gurueensis, Gymnosporia hainanensis, Gymnosporia harenensis, Gymnosporia harlandii, Gymnosporia harveyana, Gymnosporia heterophylla,

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

Xiu Xiang Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.X.Chen' in the authors string.
Jin Yu Luo (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Y.Luo' in the authors string.
Mark P. Simmons: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Simmons' in the authors string.