Gaertnera microphylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Capuron ex Malcomber & A.P.Davis
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 104: 390 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805907
Common Names
- Gaertnera microphylla
- Small-Leaved Gaertnera
- Microphylla Gaertnera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gaertnera microphylla (also called Small-Leaved Gaertnera, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India and Southeast Asia. It has a single, upright stem with a diameter of up to 1.5 inches and is covered with small, yellow-green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in desert habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gaertnera microphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gaertnera microphylla has small yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gaertnera microphylla is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is native to India and is hardy in USDA zones 9 to 11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Gaertnera microphylla
Gaertnera microphylla is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry grassland and rocky outcrops.
Gaertnera microphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gaertnera microphylla?
Gaertnera microphylla
What is the common name of Gaertnera microphylla?
Small-leaved wild olive
What is the natural habitat of Gaertnera microphylla?
It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.
Species in the Gaertnera genus
Gaertnera alata, Gaertnera bambusifolia, Gaertnera brevipedicellata, Gaertnera darcyana, Gaertnera furcellata, Gaertnera madagascariensis, Gaertnera microphylla, Gaertnera pauciflora, Gaertnera aphanodioica, Gaertnera gabonensis, Gaertnera ianthina, Gaertnera kochummenii, Gaertnera alstonii, Gaertnera aurea, Gaertnera belumutensis, Gaertnera raphaelii, Gaertnera letouzeyi, Gaertnera schatzii, Gaertnera monstruosa, Gaertnera lowryi, Gaertnera capitulata, Gaertnera arenaria, Gaertnera bieleri, Gaertnera calycina, Gaertnera cardiocarpa, Gaertnera cooperi, Gaertnera crassiflora, Gaertnera cuneifolia, Gaertnera divaricata, Gaertnera diversifolia, Gaertnera drakeana, Gaertnera edentata, Gaertnera eketensis, Gaertnera fractiflexa, Gaertnera gardneri, Gaertnera globigera, Gaertnera grisea, Gaertnera guillotii, Gaertnera hirtiflora, Gaertnera hispida, Gaertnera humblotii, Gaertnera inflexa, Gaertnera junghuhniana, Gaertnera leucothyrsa, Gaertnera liberiensis, Gaertnera longifolia, Gaertnera longevaginalis, Gaertnera macrobotrys, Gaertnera macrostipula, Gaertnera obesa,
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-344176: Based on the initial data import
René Paul Raymond Capuron (1921-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Capuron' in the authors string.
Aaron Paul Davis (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Davis' in the authors string.
Simon T. Malcomber (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malcomber' in the authors string.