Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
tenuifolia
ID:
712609

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chinnock

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
in J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 6(2): 152. 1983.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711942



Common Names

  • Gunniopsis tenuifolia
  • Tenuifolia Gunniopsis
  • Gunniopsis


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Description

Gunniopsis tenuifolia (also called Common Pigface, among many other common names) is a small succulent shrub, native to Australia. It has small, fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in coastal areas, in sandy soils or on rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Gunniopsis tenuifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and to stabilize sandy soils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gunniopsis tenuifolia 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 tenuifolia 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 tenuifolia

Gunniopsis tenuifolia is native to Australia.

Gunniopsis tenuifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gunniopsis tenuifolia?

Gunniopsis tenuifolia

What is the common name of Gunniopsis tenuifolia?

Slender-leaved Gunniopsis

What is the natural habitat of Gunniopsis tenuifolia?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Robert James Chinnock (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chinnock' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000711942: Based on the initial data import