Goodia parviflora - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
I.Thomps.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Muelleria29: 151 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749394
Common Names
- Goodia parviflora
- Small-flowered Goodia
- Small-flowered Legume
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Goodia parviflora (also called 'Parviflora Goodia', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Central America. It has leathery, glossy green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in humid forests and on rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Goodia parviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Goodia parviflora has white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Goodia parviflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Once established, this plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Goodia parviflora
Goodia parviflora is native to Australia and can be found in the temperate forests of the south-western part of the country.
Goodia parviflora FAQ
What is the common name of Goodia parviflora?
Parviflora Goodia
What is the natural habitat of Goodia parviflora?
It is found in moist, shady places in lowland forests of Peninsular Malaysia.
What are the uses of Goodia parviflora?
The leaves of Goodia parviflora are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.
Species in the Goodia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Ian R. Thompson (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Thomps.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77113662-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Goodia parviflora I.Thomps.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.