Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Species:
alticola
ID:
509957

Status:
valid

Authors:
Munzinger, McPherson & Lowry

Source:
cmp

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 157: 776 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509289

Common Names

  • Alticola Gastrolepis
  • Gastrolepis alticola

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Description

Gastrolepis alticola (also called Mountain Gastrolepis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Himalayas. It grows in alpine and subalpine habitats, as well as in disturbed areas. It has white flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Gastrolepis alticola is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gastrolepis alticola are small and yellow in color. The fruits are small, round, and yellow in color. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a reddish-brown stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gastrolepis alticola is a tropical plant native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be planted in full sun and watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every 6-8 weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Gastrolepis alticola

Gastrolepis alticola can be found in the southeastern United States, in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina.

Gastrolepis alticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gastrolepis alticola?

Gastrolepis alticola

What is the family of Gastrolepis alticola?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Gastrolepis alticola?

Alticola gastrolepis

Species in the Gastrolepis genus

Species in the Stemonuraceae family

Cantleya corniculata, Codiocarpus andamanicus, Codiocarpus merrittii, Discophora guianensis, Discophora montana, Gastrolepis alticola, Gastrolepis austrocaledonica, Gomphandra apoensis, Gomphandra australiana, Gomphandra cambodiana, Gomphandra capitulata, Gomphandra comosa, Gomphandra coriacea, Gomphandra cumingiana, Gomphandra dolichocarpa, Gomphandra donnaiensis, Gomphandra flavicarpa, Gomphandra fuliginea, Gomphandra fusiformis, Gomphandra javanica, Gomphandra lancifolia, Gomphandra luzoniensis, Gomphandra lysipetala, Gomphandra mappioides, Gomphandra mollis, Gomphandra montana, Gomphandra oblongifolia, Gomphandra oligantha, Gomphandra pallida, Gomphandra papuana, Gomphandra parviflora, Gomphandra pseudojavanica, Gomphandra pseudoprasina, Gomphandra quadrifida, Gomphandra sawiensis, Gomphandra schoepfiifolia, Gomphandra simularensis, Gomphandra subrostrata, Gomphandra tetrandra, Gomphandra tomentella, Gomphandra velutina, Gomphandra palustris, Gomphandra halconensis, Gomphandra conklinii, Gomphandra rarinervis, Gomphandra fernandoi, Gomphandra bracteata, Gomphandra coi, Gomphandra psilandra, Gomphandra dinagatensis,

References

Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
Gordon D. McPherson (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McPherson' in the authors string.
Jérôme Munzinger: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munzinger' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77092248-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.