Uncaria gambir
Gambier, Pale Catechu
Also known as: Cinchona kattukambar J.Koenig ex D.M.Retz. +7 more
- Cinchona kattukambar J.Koenig ex D.M.Retz.
- Nauclea gambir W.Hunter
- Ourouparia gambir (W.Hunter) Baill.
- Uncaria gambier Roxb.
- Uncaria gambir var. angulata Wawra
- Uncaria gambir var. latifolia S.Moore
- Uncaria yunnanensis K.C.Hsia
- Uruparia gambir (W.Hunter) Kuntze
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Rubiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a climbing shrub.
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Uncaria gambir (commonly known as Gambier or Pale Catechu) is a climbing shrub within the Rubiaceae family. It is found natively in Tropical Asia. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Climber / Vine
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TROPICAL
Regions (WGSRPD)
Malesia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Borneo, Jawa, Malaya, Sumatera
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Bangladesh, Zaïre