Gardenia subcarinata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Corner) Y.W.Low
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 61: 116 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912707
Common Names
- Gardenia subcarinata
- Subcarinate Gardenia
- Subcarinate Cape Jasmine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gardenia subcarinata (also called Subcarinate Gardenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and is found in the humid forests of the eastern part of the country. It is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall and has white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Gardenia subcarinata is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Gardenia subcarinata var. subcarinataGardenia subcarinata var. sumatrana Y.W.Low
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gardenia subcarinata has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gardenia subcarinata is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Gardenia subcarinata
Gardenia subcarinata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Gardenia subcarinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gardenia subcarinata?
Gardenia subcarinata
What type of plant is Gardenia subcarinata?
Evergreen shrub
Where is Gardenia subcarinata native to?
Tropical Africa
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-457636: Based on the initial data import
Edred John Henry Corner (1906-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Corner' in the authors string.
Yee Wen Low (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.W.Low' in the authors string.