Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
venustum
ID:
713835

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall.) T.Anderson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 9: 506 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713168



Common Names

  • Gymnostachyum venustum
  • Handsome Gymnostachyum
  • Venust Gymnostachyum


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Description

Gymnostachyum venustum (also called Handsome Rice Flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 4 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, from India to China and Japan. It grows in forests, thickets, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnostachyum venustum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnostachyum venustum has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnostachyum venustum can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by division, divide the plant in early spring and replant in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and fertilize regularly.

Where to Find Gymnostachyum venustum

Gymnostachyum venustum is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia.

Gymnostachyum venustum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnostachyum venustum?

Gymnostachyum venustum

What is the common name of Gymnostachyum venustum?

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What is the natural habitat of Gymnostachyum venustum?

It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China

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

Thomas Anderson (1832-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Anderson' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.