Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
teysmanniana
ID:
695355

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scheff.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Ann. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg 1: 7 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694688

Common Names

  • Teysmann's Garcinia
  • Malabar Tamarind
  • Kokum

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Description

Garcinia teysmanniana (also called Teysmann's Garcinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Clusiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical rainforest and lowland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Garcinia teysmanniana is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-microbial properties. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Garcinia teysmanniana 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Garcinia teysmanniana can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm and humid environment.

Where to Find Garcinia teysmanniana

Garcinia teysmanniana is native to Indonesia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, especially in areas of high rainfall.

Garcinia teysmanniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Garcinia teysmanniana?

Garcinia teysmanniana

What is the growth habit of Garcinia teysmanniana?

Garcinia teysmanniana is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 10 meters in height.

What is the natural habitat of Garcinia teysmanniana?

Garcinia teysmanniana is native to Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

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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