Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
diversifolia
ID:
713565

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxim.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 27: 459 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712898

Common Names

  • Gymnosporia
  • Chinese Evergreen
  • Chinese Elm

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Synonyms

  • Celastrus diversifolius Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Gymnosporia crassifolia Pit. [unknown]
  • Gymnosporia mekongensis Pierre [unknown]
  • Gymnosporia montana parvifolia Pit. [unknown]
  • Gymnosporia obovata Craib [unknown]
  • Gymnosporia tonkinensis Pit. [unknown]
  • Maytenus diversifolia (Maxim.) Ding Hou [unknown]
  • Celastrus buxifolius subdidymocarpus Kuntze [valid]

Description

Gymnosporia diversifolia (also called Prickly Currant, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8 m tall. It is native to eastern and southern Africa, and is found in woodlands, savannas, and grasslands. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate to lanceolate in shape. Its flowers are small and white, and the fruits are round and red.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnosporia diversifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other animals. Its leaves are used to make tea and its wood is used for fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnosporia diversifolia has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with thin, lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnosporia diversifolia is a small evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Gymnosporia diversifolia

Gymnosporia diversifolia can be found in South Africa.

Gymnosporia diversifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Gymnosporia diversifolia?

Common name of Gymnosporia diversifolia is African boxthorn

What is the growth habit of Gymnosporia diversifolia?

Gymnosporia diversifolia is a shrub or small tree

What is the native range of Gymnosporia diversifolia?

Gymnosporia diversifolia is native to southern 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