Geijera salicifolia
Geijera salicifolia, commonly known as the Willow-leaved Geijer, is a distinctive shrub native to the rainforests of Australia. Renowned for its slender, willow-like foliage, this plant plays a vital role in its ecosystem. While primarily studied for its unique botanical characteristics, it holds significant interest in traditional herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Geijera salicifolia
- Family: Rutaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Sapindales, it is further categorized under the family Rutaceae. Finally, it is placed within the genus Geijera.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Rutaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Geijera | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Geijeria salicifolia, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as willow-leaved geijeria, while in Spanish, it is commonly called geijeria de hoja de sauce. In Portuguese, the species is known as geijeria de folhas de salgueiro.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several distinct regions of the Southern Hemisphere. Within the Papuasia region, it can be found growing in New Guinea. Its presence in Australia is widespread, spanning from the coastal areas of New South Wales to the tropical landscapes of Queensland. Additionally, the species extends its range into the western part of the continent in Western Australia. Finally, its habitat reaches into the Southwestern Pacific, specifically within New Caledonia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Papuasia | New Guinea | WCVP |
| Australia | New South Wales | WCVP |
| Australia | Queensland | WCVP |
| Australia | Western Australia | WCVP |
| Southwestern Pacific | New Caledonia | WCVP |
Activities
Geijera salicifolia has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |