Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
quadrangulare
ID:
705374

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prain ex King

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 65: 345 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704707

Common Names

  • Glyptopetalum Quadrangulare
  • Quadrangulare Glyptopetalum
  • Glyptopetalum Plant

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Description

Glyptopetalum quadrangulare (also called 'Four-angled Rose', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with glossy, leathery, oval-shaped leaves and clusters of pink flowers. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Glyptopetalum quadrangulare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Glyptopetalum quadrangulare has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glyptopetalum quadrangulare is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-8.

Where to Find Glyptopetalum quadrangulare

Glyptopetalum quadrangulare is native to Southeast Asia. It is commonly found in open forests, woodlands, and grasslands.

Glyptopetalum quadrangulare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glyptopetalum quadrangulare?

Glyptopetalum quadrangulare

What is the common name of Glyptopetalum quadrangulare?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Glyptopetalum quadrangulare?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in South America

Species in the Glyptopetalum genus

Glyptopetalum reticulinerve, Glyptopetalum acuminatissimum, Glyptopetalum angulatum, Glyptopetalum aquifolium, Glyptopetalum calocarpum, Glyptopetalum calyptratum, Glyptopetalum chaudocense, Glyptopetalum euonymoides, Glyptopetalum euphlebium, Glyptopetalum feddei, Glyptopetalum fengii, Glyptopetalum geloniifolium, Glyptopetalum gracilipes, Glyptopetalum grandiflorum, Glyptopetalum harmandianum, Glyptopetalum ilicifolium, Glyptopetalum lawsonii, Glyptopetalum loheri, Glyptopetalum longipedicellatum, Glyptopetalum longepedunculatum, Glyptopetalum marivelense, Glyptopetalum palawanense, Glyptopetalum poilanei, Glyptopetalum quadrangulare, Glyptopetalum rhytidophyllum, Glyptopetalum sclerocarpum, Glyptopetalum stixifolium, Glyptopetalum subcordatum, Glyptopetalum thorelii, Glyptopetalum tonkinense, Glyptopetalum zeylanicum, Glyptopetalum integrifolium, Glyptopetalum pallidifolium, Glyptopetalum vidalii, Glyptopetalum verticillatum,

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2827841: Based on the initial data import
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.