Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gymnocarpa
ID:
320894

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(6): 238 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320226

Common Names

  • Bathysa gymnocarpa
  • Gymnocarpa Bathysa
  • Bathysa

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Description

Bathysa gymnocarpa (also called Gymnocarpa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, and is found in evergreen forests and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bathysa gymnocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for medicinal purposes. It has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, and is used to treat skin ailments such as rashes, boils, and abscesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bathysa gymnocarpa is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are pale green with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bathysa gymnocarpa is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. It is important to keep the soil moist while the cuttings are rooting.

Where to Find Bathysa gymnocarpa

Bathysa gymnocarpa can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America, including in Costa Rica, Panama, and Venezuela.

Bathysa gymnocarpa FAQ

What is the common name of Bathysa gymnocarpa?

Gymnocarpa Palm

What is the natural habitat of Bathysa gymnocarpa?

Rainforest understory

What is the average height of Bathysa gymnocarpa?

2-3m

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-20104: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.