Status:
valid
Authors:
Chinnock
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
in J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 6(2): 164. 1983.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711931
Common Names
- Gunniopsis divisa
- Divided Gunniopsis
- Gunniopsis
Description
Gunniopsis divisa (also called Gunniopsis divisa, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a rounded crown, growing up to 8 meters tall. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, and is commonly found in open forests, woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Gunniopsis divisa is used as a medicinal plant and is also used in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gunniopsis divisa has white flowers with yellow centres and a distinctive four-lobed calyx. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gunniopsis divisa can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Gunniopsis divisa
Gunniopsis divisa is native to Australia.
Gunniopsis divisa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gunniopsis divisa?
Gunniopsis divisa
What type of plant is Gunniopsis divisa?
Gunniopsis divisa is a shrub.
Where is Gunniopsis divisa native to?
Gunniopsis divisa is native to Australia.
Species in the Gunniopsis genus
Gunniopsis calcarea,
Gunniopsis calva,
Gunniopsis divisa,
Gunniopsis glabra,
Gunniopsis intermedia,
Gunniopsis kochii,
Gunniopsis papillata,
Gunniopsis propinqua,
Gunniopsis quadrifida,
Gunniopsis rodwayi,
Gunniopsis rubra,
Gunniopsis septifraga,
Gunniopsis tenuifolia,
Gunniopsis zygophylloides,
Species in the Aizoaceae family