Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
695108

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill. ex Pierre

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Fl. Forest. Cochinch. 5: 5 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694441

Common Names

  • Madagascariensis Garcinia
  • Garcinia Madagascariensis
  • Madagascar Garcinia

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Description

Garcinia madagascariensis (also called Madagascar Garcinia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Clusiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and is found in lowland forests. It is a small tree growing up to 10 meters tall with elliptic to obovate leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Garcinia madagascariensis is used as a traditional medicine for the treatment of digestive disorders, fever, and malaria. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as a tonic for the liver and kidneys.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Garcinia madagascariensis is white or yellowish-white in color, and has five petals. The seed is an oval-shaped drupe, with a thin, leathery outer layer. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Garcinia madagascariensis is a tropical tree native to Madagascar. It grows to a height of up to 15 meters and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. The seeds should be planted in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings are established, they should be transplanted into larger containers or into the ground.

Where to Find Garcinia madagascariensis

Garcinia madagascariensis is native to the tropical forests of Madagascar.

Garcinia madagascariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Garcinia madruno?

Garcinia madruno

What is the common name of Garcinia madruno?

Madruno Garcinia

What is the natural habitat of Garcinia madruno?

Tropical rainforests of Africa

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 kew-2816968: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Louis Pierre (1833-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pierre' in the authors string.