Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
imbricata
ID:
704034

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7 , 4(11): 32 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000703367



Common Names

  • Girgensohnia imbricata
  • Imbricata Girgensohnia
  • Girgensohnia


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Description

Girgensohnia imbricata (also called Himalayan Vine, among many other common names) is a climbing shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Girgensohnia imbricata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Girgensohnia imbricata is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Girgensohnia imbricata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Girgensohnia imbricata

Girgensohnia imbricata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is also found in parts of North Africa, the Middle East, and the Canary Islands.

Girgensohnia imbricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Girgensohnia imbricata?

Girgensohnia imbricata

What is the common name of Girgensohnia imbricata?

Imbricated Girgensohnia

What is the natural habitat of Girgensohnia imbricata?

Girgensohnia imbricata is found in dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands in California.

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References