Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
subsericea
ID:
712572

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 56: 277 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711905

Common Names

  • Guioa subsericea
  • Subsericea Guioa
  • Guioa Subsericea

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Description

Guioa subsericea (also called Guioa subsericea, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a rounded crown, growing up to 8 meters tall. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, and is commonly found in open forests, woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Guioa subsericea has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, coughs, and dysentery. It has also been used to make a tea that can help reduce inflammation and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guioa subsericea is white and has 5 petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guioa subsericea can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Guioa subsericea

Guioa subsericea can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Guioa subsericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guioa subsericea?

Guioa subsericea

What type of plant is Guioa subsericea?

Guioa subsericea is a shrub.

Where is Guioa subsericea native to?

Guioa subsericea is native to Australia.

Species in the Guioa genus

Guioa acuminata, Guioa acutifolia, Guioa amabilis, Guioa aryterifolia, Guioa aryteroides, Guioa asquamosa, Guioa bicolor, Guioa bijuga, Guioa capillacea, Guioa chrysea, Guioa comesperma, Guioa contracta, Guioa coriacea, Guioa crenata, Guioa crenulata, Guioa diplopetala, Guioa discolor, Guioa elegans, Guioa elliptica, Guioa fusca, Guioa glauca, Guioa gracilis, Guioa grandifoliola, Guioa hirsuta, Guioa hospita, Guioa koelreuteria, Guioa koniamboensis, Guioa krempfii, Guioa lasioneura, Guioa lentiscifolia, Guioa malukuensis, Guioa megacarpa, Guioa melanopoda, Guioa membranifolia, Guioa microsepala, Guioa misimaensis, Guioa molliuscula, Guioa montana, Guioa multijuga, Guioa myriadenia, Guioa normanbiensis, Guioa novobritannica, Guioa novoebudaensis, Guioa oligotricha, Guioa ovalis, Guioa palawanica, Guioa parvifoliola, Guioa patentinervis, Guioa pauciflora, Guioa pectinata,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References