Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
harenensis
ID:
713615

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sebsebe) Jordaan

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Taxon 55: 522 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712948

Common Names

  • Haren Gymnosporia
  • Gymnosporia harenensis
  • Haren Thorn

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Description

Gymnosporia harenensis (also called Climbing Cedar, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Himalayas, and is found in dry, open forests and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnosporia harenensis 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 harenensis has small white flowers, with four petals, and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a central taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnosporia harenensis 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 harenensis

Gymnosporia harenensis is native to South Africa, where it is found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Gymnosporia harenensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnosporia harenensis?

Gymnosporia harenensis

What is the common name of Gymnosporia harenensis?

Haren Thornapple

What is the natural habitat of Gymnosporia harenensis?

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-2836126: Based on the initial data import
Sebsebe Demissew (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sebsebe' in the authors string.
Marie Jordaan (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jordaan' in the authors string.