Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
ternata
ID:
1546602

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chaw) J.G.Chavez

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 197(1): 100. 2021

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000027268

Common Names

  • Guettardella ternata
  • Ternata's Guettardella
  • Ternata Guettardella

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Description

Guettardella ternata (also called ternate guettardella, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a woody stem with alternate, ovate leaves and produces white flowers. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Guettardella ternata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guettardella ternata is yellow with purple anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guettardella ternata is a perennial shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Guettardella ternata

Guettardella ternata is native to the Philippines.

Guettardella ternata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guettardella ternata?

Guettardella ternata

What is the common name of Guettardella ternata?

Ternate Guettardella

What type of plant is Guettardella ternata?

Herbaceous perennial

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,