Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erythrosepala
ID:
1251888

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.H.Li

Source:
tro

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Res. Bull. Trop. Pl. 15: 14. 1980

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001251226

Common Names

  • Garcinia erythrosepala
  • Red-sepal Garcinia
  • Red-sepal Mangosteen

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Description

Garcinia erythrosepala (also called Red-seeded Garcinia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with large, oval leaves and white flowers. It is native to Colombia, and is found in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Garcinia erythrosepala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Garcinia erythrosepala are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Garcinia erythrosepala is a shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, fertile soil and full sun. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a sandy, well-drained mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright spot until they have rooted.

Where to Find Garcinia erythrosepala

Garcinia erythrosepala is found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica.

Garcinia erythrosepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Garcinia erythrosepala?

Garcinia erythrosepala

What is the common name of Garcinia erythrosepala?

Red-seeded Garcinia

What is the natural habitat of Garcinia erythrosepala?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50160644: Based on the initial data import
Yan Hui Li (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.H.Li' in the authors string.