Status:
valid
Authors:
Bamps
Source:
cmp
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 39: 361 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694613
Common Names
- Garcinia robsoniana
- Robson's Garcinia
- Robson's Mangosteen
Description
Garcinia robsoniana (also called Robson's Garcinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Clusiaceae family, native to India. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 5 m tall, with leathery leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests, and is threatened by habitat loss.
Uses & Benefits
Garcinia robsoniana is used for its edible fruits, which are used in jams, jellies, and preserves. The bark of the tree is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and dysentery. The leaves are used as a diuretic and for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Garcinia robsoniana has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Garcinia robsoniana is a tropical evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 40°F (4°C). It needs regular watering during the growing season and should be fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Garcinia robsoniana
Garcinia robsoniana can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia.
Garcinia robsoniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Garcinia robsoniana?
Garcinia robsoniana
What is the family of Garcinia robsoniana?
Clusiaceae
Where is Garcinia robsoniana found?
Garcinia robsoniana is found in Southeast Asia.
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,