Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
quadrifida
ID:
712604

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Pax

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(1b): 44. 1889.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711937



Common Names

  • Gunniopsis quadrifida
  • Quadrifida Gunniopsis
  • Gunniopsis


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Synonyms

  • Aizoon quadrifidum (F.Muell.) F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Sesuvium quadrifidum F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Gunniopsis quadrifida (also called four-lobed gunniopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to Australia, where it grows in dry, open woodlands. It has simple, alternate leaves that are oblong to elliptic in shape and have a toothed margin.

Uses & Benefits

Gunniopsis quadrifida is used as a medicinal plant and is also used in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gunniopsis quadrifida 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 quadrifida can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Gunniopsis quadrifida

Gunniopsis quadrifida is native to Australia.

Gunniopsis quadrifida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gunniopsis quadrifida?

Gunniopsis quadrifida

What is the common name of Gunniopsis quadrifida?

Four-lobed Gunniopsis

What is the natural habitat of Gunniopsis quadrifida?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Caryophyllales.org record for Gunniopsis quadrifida (F.Muell.) Pax: Placement is base on the the 22 Nov 2022 import.