Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
gleasonii
ID:
638581

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harling

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 18: 234 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637913

Common Names

  • Gleasonii Asplundia
  • Asplundia Gleasonii
  • Gleasonii Asplundia

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Description

Asplundia gleasonii (also called Gleason's Asplundia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub, growing up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas and grows in open forests and scrub at altitudes of 1500-3000 m. The leaves are ovate-lanceolate, 2-4 cm long, and the flowers are white, fragrant, and borne in clusters.

Uses & Benefits

Asplundia gleasonii is an ornamental shrub that is often used in gardens and parks. It has fragrant flowers and is often used in floral arrangements. The leaves can be used to make a tea that has been used to treat digestive ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asplundia gleasonii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asplundia gleasonii is a tropical plant that prefers warm temperatures and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix, with plenty of organic matter. It should be fertilized regularly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by division or by stem cuttings.

Where to Find Asplundia gleasonii

Asplundia gleasonii can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Asplundia gleasonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asplundia gleasonii?

Asplundia gleasonii

What is the common name of Asplundia gleasonii?

Gleason's Asplundia

Where is Asplundia gleasonii native to?

Central America

Species in the Asplundia genus

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

Species in the Cyclanthaceae family

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-275726: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Harling (1920-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harling' in the authors string.