Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Neupane & N.Wikstr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Taxon 64: 316 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342529
Common Names
- Edrastima goreensis
- Goreensis Edrastima
- Edrastima
Description
Edrastima goreensis (also called Gore edrastima, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador, and it is found in tropical moist forest and premontane wet forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Edrastima goreensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Edrastima goreensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet, fragrant scent. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Edrastima goreensis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun or partial shade, in a moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Edrastima goreensis
Edrastima goreensis is native to Africa. It can be found in moist, sandy soils in open areas such as woodlands, fields, and roadsides.
Edrastima goreensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Edrastima goreensis?
Edrastima goreensis
What is the common name of Edrastima goreensis?
Gore edrastima
What is the family of Edrastima goreensis?
Asteraceae
Species in the Edrastima genus
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
Niklas Wikström: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Wikstr.' in the authors string.
Suman Neupane: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Neupane' in the authors string.