Status:
valid
Authors:
(Orchard) Christenh. & Byng
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.230555556. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423622
Common Names
- Glischrocaryon glandulosum
- Glandulosum Glischrocaryon
- Glischrocaryon Glandulosum
Description
Glischrocaryon glandulosum (also called Glandular glischrocaryon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Glischrocaryon glandulosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Glischrocaryon glandulosum are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glischrocaryon glandulosum is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun, and can be grown in a variety of climates. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.
Where to Find Glischrocaryon glandulosum
Glischrocaryon glandulosum is found in the temperate forests of North America.
Glischrocaryon glandulosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glischrocaryon glandulosum?
Glischrocaryon glandulosum
What is the common name of Glischrocaryon glandulosum?
Glandulosum Glischrocaryon
Where is Glischrocaryon glandulosum found?
Glischrocaryon glandulosum is found in the Indian states of Assam and Meghalaya
Species in the Glischrocaryon genus
Glischrocaryon angustifolium,
Glischrocaryon aureum,
Glischrocaryon behrii,
Glischrocaryon flavescens,
Glischrocaryon roei,
Glischrocaryon glandulosum,
Glischrocaryon monospermum,
Glischrocaryon gibsonii,
Glischrocaryon racemosum,
Glischrocaryon baeuerlenii,
Glischrocaryon lucasii,
Species in the Haloragaceae family
Glischrocaryon angustifolium,
Glischrocaryon aureum,
Glischrocaryon behrii,
Glischrocaryon flavescens,
Glischrocaryon roei,
Glischrocaryon glandulosum,
Glischrocaryon monospermum,
Glischrocaryon gibsonii,
Glischrocaryon racemosum,
Glischrocaryon baeuerlenii,
Glischrocaryon lucasii,
Gonocarpus acanthocarpus,
Gonocarpus aggregatus,
Gonocarpus benthamii,
Gonocarpus chinensis,
Gonocarpus confertifolius,
Gonocarpus cordiger,
Gonocarpus diffusus,
Gonocarpus effusus,
Gonocarpus elatus,
Gonocarpus ephemerus,
Gonocarpus eremophilus,
Gonocarpus ericifolius,
Gonocarpus halconensis,
Gonocarpus hirtus,
Gonocarpus hispidus,
Gonocarpus humilis,
Gonocarpus implexus,
Gonocarpus incanus,
Gonocarpus intricatus,
Gonocarpus leptothecus,
Gonocarpus longifolius,
Gonocarpus mezianus,
Gonocarpus micranthus,
Gonocarpus montanus,
Gonocarpus nodulosus,
Gonocarpus oreophilus,
Gonocarpus paniculatus,
Gonocarpus philippinensis,
Gonocarpus pithyoides,
Gonocarpus pusillus,
Gonocarpus pycnostachyus,
Gonocarpus rudis,
Gonocarpus salsoloides,
Gonocarpus sanguineus,
Gonocarpus scordioides,
Gonocarpus serpyllifolius,
Gonocarpus simplex,
Gonocarpus tetragynus,
Gonocarpus teucrioides,
References
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.