Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
septifraga
ID:
712608

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Chinnock

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
in J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 6(2): 172. 1983.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711941



Common Names

  • Gunniopsis septifraga
  • Septifraga Gunniopsis
  • Gunniopsis


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Synonyms

  • Gunnia drummondii Benth. [unknown]
  • Gunnia septifraga F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Neogunnia septifraga (F.Muell.) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Neogunnia drummondii (Benth.) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Gunniopsis septifraga (also called 'Mountain Bauera', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. The leaves are small and oval-shaped with a pointed tip, and the flowers are small and white.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gunniopsis septifraga 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 septifraga 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 septifraga

Gunniopsis septifraga is native to Australia.

Gunniopsis septifraga FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gunniopsis septifraga?

Gunniopsis septifraga

What is the common name of Gunniopsis septifraga?

Seven-leaved Gunniopsis

What is the natural habitat of Gunniopsis septifraga?

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.
Robert James Chinnock (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chinnock' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000711941: Based on the initial data import