Description
Gymnostachyum larsenii (also called Larsen's Rice Flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 6 m tall. It is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, scrub, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Gymnostachyum larsenii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and abdominal pain. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gymnostachyum larsenii is a small, perennial herb native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil lightly moist. For cuttings, take a cutting from the stem and let it dry out for a few days before planting it in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil lightly moist and the cutting should root in a few weeks.