Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
kanthanense
ID:
1328315

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kiew

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 177: 147 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340769



Common Names

  • Gymnostachyum kanthanense
  • Kanthanense Gymnostachyum
  • Kanthanense Arrowwood


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Description

Gymnostachyum kanthanense (also called Kanthan Gymnostachyum, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the dry regions of the western United States and Mexico. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils in desert scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnostachyum kanthanense has been used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnostachyum kanthanense has yellow flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnostachyum kanthanense is a small shrub found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It requires a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Gymnostachyum kanthanense

Gymnostachyum kanthanense can be found in the limestone hills of Malaysia.

Gymnostachyum kanthanense FAQ

What is the common name of Gymnostachyum kanthanense?

Kanthan gymnostachyum

What is the natural range of Gymnostachyum kanthanense?

India

What is the habitat of Gymnostachyum kanthanense?

Moist montane forests

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

Ruth Kiew (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kiew' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77143036-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.