Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blume) Sleumer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 15: 238 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000705406
Common Names
- Gomphandra quadrifida
- Gomphandra oblongifolia var. quadrifida
- Gomphandra oblongifolia var. oblongifolia
Description
Gomphandra quadrifida (also called Gomphandra obtusifolia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small tree, usually reaching a height of 10-15 m. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical rainforests. It prefers moist and shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gomphandra quadrifida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, fever, and digestive disorders.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Gomphandra quadrifida var. angustifolia (King) Sleumer
Gomphandra quadrifida var. maingayi (Mast.) Sleumer
Gomphandra quadrifida var. ovalifolia (Ridl.) Sleumer
Gomphandra quadrifida var. triplinervis (King) Sleumer
Gomphandra quadrifida var. quadrifida
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Gomphandra quadrifida has white to pinkish flowers with four petals. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gomphandra quadrifida can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Gomphandra quadrifida
Gomphandra quadrifida can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Gomphandra quadrifida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gomphandra quadrifida?
Gomphandra quadrifida
What is the natural habitat of Gomphandra quadrifida?
Gomphandra quadrifida is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.
What are the uses of Gomphandra quadrifida?
Gomphandra quadrifida is used for medicinal purposes and as a source of timber.
Species in the Gomphandra genus
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,
Gomphandra ultramafiterrestris,
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,