Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
glabra
ID:
712599

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lehm. ex Ewart) C.A.Gardner

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Austr. Occ.: 42. 1930.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711932



Common Names

  • Gunniopsis glabra
  • Glabrous Gunniopsis
  • Gunniopsis


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Synonyms

  • Aizoon glabrum Ewart [unknown]

Description

Gunniopsis glabra (also called Gunniopsis glabra, 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 glabra is used as a medicinal plant and is also used in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gunniopsis glabra 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gunniopsis glabra 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 glabra

Gunniopsis glabra is native to Australia.

Gunniopsis glabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gunniopsis glabra?

Gunniopsis glabra

What is the common name of Gunniopsis glabra?

Smooth Gunniopsis

What is the natural habitat of Gunniopsis glabra?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Alfred James Ewart (1872-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ewart' in the authors string.
Johann Georg Christian Lehmann (1792-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lehm.' in the authors string.
Charles Austin Gardner (1896-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Gardner' in the authors string.