Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
matoboensis
ID:
713655

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jordaan

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Taxon 55: 520 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712988

Common Names

  • Matoboensis Gymnosporia
  • Matobo Gymnosporia
  • Matobo Spike-thorn

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Description

Gymnosporia matoboensis (also called Matobo Cedar, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to the Eastern Arc Mountains of Zimbabwe and Mozambique, and is found in montane forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnosporia matoboensis has been used as an ornamental plant, as a hedge, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnosporia matoboensis 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 matoboensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright spot with plenty of indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Gymnosporia matoboensis

Gymnosporia matoboensis is native to Zimbabwe, where it is found in the provinces of Matabeleland South and Midlands.

Gymnosporia matoboensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnosporia matoboensis?

Gymnosporia matoboensis

What are the common names of Gymnosporia matoboensis?

Common names of Gymnosporia matoboensis include wild medlar, wild quince, and wild pear

What is the natural habitat of Gymnosporia matoboensis?

Gymnosporia matoboensis is native to South Africa and is found in woodlands and savannas

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-2836162: Based on the initial data import
Marie Jordaan (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jordaan' in the authors string.