Gardenia longistipula - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
Y.W.Low
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 38: 236 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336536
Common Names
- Gardenia longistipula
- Long-stipuled Gardenia
- Gardenia longistipulata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gardenia longistipula (also called Long-stipuled Gardenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5m tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is typically found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Gardenia longistipula is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gardenia longistipula has white, fragrant flowers with yellow and purple markings. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gardenia longistipula is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will perform best with regular watering. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can be pruned back in late winter to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Gardenia longistipula
Gardenia longistipula is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, and Yunnan.
Gardenia longistipula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gardenia longistipula?
Gardenia longistipula
What is the common name of Gardenia longistipula?
Long-stipuled Gardenia
What is the natural habitat of Gardenia longistipula?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Gardenia genus
Gardenia kamialiensis, Gardenia beamanii, Gardenia chanii, Gardenia epiphytica, Gardenia oudiepe, Gardenia subcarinata, Gardenia vulcanica, Gardenia ornata, Gardenia actinocarpa, Gardenia anapetes, Gardenia angkorensis, Gardenia annamensis, Gardenia aqualla, Gardenia archboldiana, Gardenia aubryi, Gardenia barnesii, Gardenia boninensis, Gardenia brachythamnus, Gardenia brighamii, Gardenia buffalina, Gardenia cambodiana, Gardenia candida, Gardenia carinata, Gardenia carstensensis, Gardenia chevalieri, Gardenia clemensiae, Gardenia collinsae, Gardenia cornuta, Gardenia coronaria, Gardenia costulata, Gardenia crameri, Gardenia cuneata, Gardenia dacryoides, Gardenia elata, Gardenia erubescens, Gardenia esculenta, Gardenia ewartii, Gardenia faucicola, Gardenia fiorii, Gardenia flava, Gardenia fosbergii, Gardenia fucata, Gardenia fusca, Gardenia gardneri, Gardenia gjellerupii, Gardenia gordonii, Gardenia grievei, Gardenia griffithii, Gardenia gummifera, Gardenia hageniana,
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
Yee Wen Low (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.W.Low' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77130747-1: Based on the initial data import