Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
gariepensis
ID:
713596

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jordaan

Source:
cmp

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 301 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712929

Common Names

  • Gymnosporia Gariepensis
  • Gariep Gymnosporia
  • Gariep False-Iris

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Description

Gymnosporia gariepensis (also called Gariep Mock Orange, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky hillsides and woodlands. Its leaves are small and grey-green in colour, and its bark is rough and grey.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnosporia gariepensis 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 gariepensis has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnosporia gariepensis is best propagated from seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks. Once the seedlings are established, transplant them into individual pots or into the garden.

Where to Find Gymnosporia gariepensis

Gymnosporia gariepensis is native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Gymnosporia gariepensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnosporia gariepensis?

Gymnosporia gariepensis

What is the common name of Gymnosporia gariepensis?

Gariep Thornapple

What is the natural habitat of Gymnosporia gariepensis?

Dry, rocky hillsides in the Middle East

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2836108: Based on the initial data import
Marie Jordaan (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jordaan' in the authors string.