Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
balimensis
ID:
694819

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 22: 360 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694152

Common Names

  • Garcinia balimensis
  • Balimen's Garcinia
  • Garcinia

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Description

Garcinia balimensis (also called Bali Garcinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Clusiaceae family. It is native to the tropical forests of Indonesia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands. It is found in lowland and hill forests, often in disturbed areas, at elevations up to 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Garcinia balimensis is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Garcinia balimensis is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Garcinia balimensis is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in areas with low rainfall. It is also tolerant of frost and can be grown in areas with cold winters. It can be propagated by division or by cuttings.

Where to Find Garcinia balimensis

Garcinia balimensis is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Garcinia balimensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Garcinia balimensis?

Garcinia balimensis

Where is Garcinia balimensis found?

Garcinia balimensis is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

What is the common name of Garcinia balimensis?

Garcinia balimensis is commonly known as the Indian gamboge

Species in the Garcinia genus

Garcinia tanzaniensis, Garcinia capuronii, Garcinia lowryi, Garcinia acutifolia, Garcinia adinantha, Garcinia afzelii, Garcinia amabilis, Garcinia amboinensis, Garcinia amplexicaulis, Garcinia andamanica, Garcinia angustifolia, Garcinia anjouanensis, Garcinia anomala, Garcinia apetala, Garcinia aphanophlebia, Garcinia archboldiana, Garcinia arenicola, Garcinia aristata, Garcinia assugu, Garcinia asterandra, Garcinia atroviridis, Garcinia australis, Garcinia bakeriana, Garcinia balansae, Garcinia balica, Garcinia balimensis, Garcinia bancana, Garcinia barkeriana, Garcinia beccarii, Garcinia bicolorata, Garcinia bifasciculata, Garcinia binnendijkii, Garcinia binucao, Garcinia blumei, Garcinia boerlagii, Garcinia bonii, Garcinia borneensis, Garcinia branderhorstii, Garcinia brasiliensis, Garcinia brassii, Garcinia brevipes, Garcinia brevirostris, Garcinia buchananii, Garcinia buchneri, Garcinia burkillii, Garcinia busuangaensis, Garcinia cadelliana, Garcinia calcicola, Garcinia caloneura, Garcinia calophylla,

Species in the Clusiaceae family

Agasthiyamalaia pauciflora, Allanblackia floribunda, Allanblackia gabonensis, Allanblackia kimbiliensis, Allanblackia kisonghi, Allanblackia marienii, Allanblackia staneriana, Allanblackia stuhlmannii, Allanblackia ulugurensis, Chrysochlamys allenii, Chrysochlamys alterninervia, Chrysochlamys angustifolia, Chrysochlamys balboa, Chrysochlamys bracteolata, Chrysochlamys caribaea, Chrysochlamys colombiana, Chrysochlamys conferta, Chrysochlamys cuneata, Chrysochlamys dependens, Chrysochlamys eclipes, Chrysochlamys floribunda, Chrysochlamys glauca, Chrysochlamys gloriosa, Chrysochlamys goudotii, Chrysochlamys guatemaltecana, Chrysochlamys laxa, Chrysochlamys macrophylla, Chrysochlamys membranacea, Chrysochlamys membrillensis, Chrysochlamys micrantha, Chrysochlamys multiflora, Chrysochlamys myrcioides, Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis, Chrysochlamys pachypoda, Chrysochlamys pauciflora, Chrysochlamys pavonii, Chrysochlamys psychotriifolia, Chrysochlamys silvicola, Chrysochlamys skutchii, Chrysochlamys tenuifolia, Chrysochlamys tenuis, Chrysochlamys ulei, Chrysochlamys weberbaueri, Chrysochlamys chrisharonii, Clusia nipensis, Clusia pachamamae, Clusia abbottii, Clusia acuminata, Clusia aemygdioi, Clusia alainii,

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