Status:
valid
Authors:
Poncy & Offroy
Source:
ksu
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 28: 114 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508049
Common Names
- Tovomita gazelii
- Gazel's Tovomita
- Gazel's Tovomite
Description
Tovomita gazelii (also called Gazelle Tovomita, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady places, such as along riverbanks and in woodland areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tovomita gazelii is used as an ornamental plant and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tovomita gazelii is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tovomita gazelii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Plants should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Tovomita gazelii
Tovomita gazelii is native to Colombia and can be found in the departments of Amazonas and Vaupés.
Tovomita gazelii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tovomita gazelii?
Tovomita gazelii
What is the common name of Tovomita gazelii?
Gazel's Tovomita
Where is Tovomita gazelii found?
Tovomita gazelii is found in the Caribbean
Species in the Tovomita genus
Tovomita tenuiflora,
Tovomita spruceana,
Tovomita stergiosii,
Tovomita weddelliana,
Tovomita trojitana,
Tovomita turbinata,
Tovomita umbellata,
Tovomita obovata,
Tovomita plumieri,
Tovomita parviflora,
Tovomita macrocarpa,
Tovomita longifolia,
Tovomita macrophylla,
Tovomita riedeliana,
Tovomita rileyi,
Tovomita rubella,
Tovomita schomburgkii,
Tovomita humilis,
Tovomita killipii,
Tovomita atropurpurea,
Tovomita auriculata,
Tovomita brasiliensis,
Tovomita carinata,
Tovomita brevistaminea,
Tovomita albiflora,
Tovomita acutiflora,
Tovomita glazioviana,
Tovomita gracilipes,
Tovomita coriacea,
Tovomita elliptica,
Tovomita fructipendula,
Tovomita fanshawei,
Tovomita foldatsii,
Tovomita eggersii,
Tovomita angustata,
Tovomita gazelii,
Tovomita micrantha,
Tovomita clarkii,
Tovomita calodictyos,
Tovomita grata,
Tovomita mangle,
Tovomita obscura,
Tovomita uniflora,
Tovomita amazonica,
Tovomita caloneura,
Tovomita chachapoyasensis,
Tovomita duckei,
Tovomita glossophylla,
Tovomita krukovii,
Tovomita lanceolata,
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
Bérangère Offroy: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Offroy' in the authors string.