Status:
valid
Authors:
(M.Martens & Galeotti) G.Mans.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Taxon 53: 723 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713843
Common Names
- Gyrandra tenuifolia
- Slender-leaved Gyrandra
- Tenuifoliate Gyrandra
Synonyms
- Centaurodes tenuifolium (M.Martens & Galeotti) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Gyrandra tenuifolia (also called Slender-leaved Gyrandra, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous perennial plant with white flowers that is native to the Caribbean. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Gyrandra tenuifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gyrandra tenuifolia has yellow flowers with a darker center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gyrandra tenuifolia can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall. It can also be propagated from seed, but it takes several years for the plants to reach maturity.
Where to Find Gyrandra tenuifolia
Gyrandra tenuifolia can be found in India and Sri Lanka.
Gyrandra tenuifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gyrandra tenuifolia?
Gyrandra tenuifolia
What is the common name of Gyrandra tenuifolia?
Slender-leaved Gyrandra
Where does Gyrandra tenuifolia grow?
Gyrandra tenuifolia is native to the tropical regions of Africa and Asia
Species in the Gyrandra genus
Species in the Gentianaceae family
Adenolisianthus arboreus,
Anthocleista amplexicaulis,
Anthocleista djalonensis,
Anthocleista grandiflora,
Anthocleista inermis,
Anthocleista laxiflora,
Anthocleista liebrechtsiana,
Anthocleista longifolia,
Anthocleista madagascariensis,
Anthocleista microphylla,
Anthocleista nobilis,
Anthocleista obanensis,
Anthocleista procera,
Anthocleista scandens,
Anthocleista schweinfurthii,
Anthocleista vogelii,
Anthocleista potalioides,
Aripuana cullmaniorum,
Bartonia paniculata,
Bartonia verna,
Bartonia virginica,
Bisgoeppertia robustior,
Bisgoeppertia gracilis,
Bisgoeppertia scandens,
Blackstonia acuminata,
Blackstonia grandiflora,
Blackstonia imperfoliata,
Blackstonia perfoliata,
Calolisianthus amplissimus,
Calolisianthus pedunculatus,
Canscora alata,
Canscora andrographioides,
Canscora concanensis,
Canscora diffusa,
Canscora heteroclita,
Canscora macrocalyx,
Canscora pauciflora,
Canscora perfoliata,
Canscora roxburghii,
Canscora schultesii,
Canscora stricta,
Canscora bidoupensis,
Canscora bhatiana,
Canscora shrirangiana,
Canscora ciathula,
Canscora tetraptera,
Celiantha bella,
Celiantha chimantensis,
Celiantha imthurniana,
Centaurium ameghinoi,
References
Guilhem Mansion: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Mans.' in the authors string.