Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
magnifolia
ID:
695111

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pittier) Hammel

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 76(3): 928 (1989):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694444

Common Names

  • Magnifolia Garcinia
  • Garcinia Magnifolia
  • Magnificent Garcinia

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Description

Garcinia magnifolia (also called Magnificent Garcinia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Clusiaceae family. It is native to the Philippines 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 magnifolia 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 magnifolia 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 magnifolia is a tropical tree native to the Philippines and Southeast Asia. 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 magnifolia

Garcinia magnifolia is native to the tropical forests of India.

Garcinia magnifolia FAQ

What is the growth rate of Garcinia magnifolia?

Garcinia magnifolia is a slow-growing plant that can take up to 10 years to reach its full size.

What type of soil does Garcinia magnifolia prefer?

Garcinia magnifolia prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

What type of climate does Garcinia magnifolia prefer?

Garcinia magnifolia prefers warm, humid climates.

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-2816970: Based on the initial data import
Henri François Pittier (1857-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pittier' in the authors string.
Barry Edward Hammel (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hammel' in the authors string.