Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
diversifolium
ID:
713775

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 74: 662 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713108



Common Names

  • Gymnostachyum Diversifolium
  • Variegated-Leaf Gymnostachyum
  • Variegated-Leaf False-Iris


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Description

Gymnostachyum diversifolium (also called Variable-leaved Gymnostachyum, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is a small evergreen shrub growing up to 2 m tall, with small, variable leaves and white flowers. It is found in tropical forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnostachyum diversifolium is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, diarrhoea, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnostachyum diversifolium has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnostachyum diversifolium is best propagated from cuttings. Take 4-6 inch cuttings from the tips of the branches in late spring or early summer. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location. The cuttings should root within 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Gymnostachyum diversifolium

Gymnostachyum diversifolium can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Gymnostachyum diversifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnostachyum diversifolium?

Gymnostachyum diversifolium

What is the common name of Gymnostachyum diversifolium?

Diverse-leaved Gymnostachyum

What is the natural habitat of Gymnostachyum diversifolium?

It is native to India

Species in the Gymnostachyum genus

Gymnostachyum affine, Gymnostachyum ceylanicum, Gymnostachyum coriaceum, Gymnostachyum cumingianum, Gymnostachyum decurrens, Gymnostachyum diversifolium, Gymnostachyum febrifugum, Gymnostachyum glabrum, Gymnostachyum glomeratum, Gymnostachyum glomeruliflorum, Gymnostachyum gracile, Gymnostachyum hirsutum, Gymnostachyum hirtistylum, Gymnostachyum hirtum, Gymnostachyum insulare, Gymnostachyum javanicum, Gymnostachyum keithii, Gymnostachyum larsenii, Gymnostachyum lateriflorum, Gymnostachyum latifolium, Gymnostachyum leptostachyum, Gymnostachyum listeri, Gymnostachyum longispicatum, Gymnostachyum magisnervatum, Gymnostachyum pallens, Gymnostachyum paniculatum, Gymnostachyum pictum, Gymnostachyum polyanthum, Gymnostachyum polyneuron, Gymnostachyum ridleyi, Gymnostachyum sahyadricum, Gymnostachyum sanguinolentum, Gymnostachyum scortechinii, Gymnostachyum signatum, Gymnostachyum simplicicaule, Gymnostachyum sinense, Gymnostachyum spiciforme, Gymnostachyum subacaule, Gymnostachyum subrosulatum, Gymnostachyum thwaitesii, Gymnostachyum tomentosum, Gymnostachyum trichosepalum, Gymnostachyum triflorum, Gymnostachyum trilobum, Gymnostachyum variegatum, Gymnostachyum venustum, Gymnostachyum pubescens, Gymnostachyum kanthanense, Gymnostachyum warrierianum, Gymnostachyum longifolium,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.