Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
rodwayi
ID:
712605

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ewart) C.A.Gardner

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1930

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711938



Common Names

  • Gunniopsis rodwayi
  • Rodway's Gunniopsis
  • Gunniopsis


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Synonyms

  • Aizoon rodwayi Ewart [unknown]

Description

Gunniopsis rodwayi (also called Rodway's 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 rodwayi is used as a medicinal plant and is also used in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gunniopsis rodwayi 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 rodwayi 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 rodwayi

Gunniopsis rodwayi is native to Australia.

Gunniopsis rodwayi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gunniopsis rodwayi?

Gunniopsis rodwayi

What is the common name of Gunniopsis rodwayi?

Rodway's Gunniopsis

What is the natural habitat of Gunniopsis rodwayi?

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.
Charles Austin Gardner (1896-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Gardner' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000711938: Based on the initial data import