Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bornm. & H.Wolff) Rech.f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 162: 308 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706362
Common Names
- Gongylosciadium falcarioides
- Falcarioides Gongylosciadium
- Falcarioides
Description
Gongylosciadium falcarioides (also called sickle-leaved pennywort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist habitats. It grows to a height of 0.5–1 m and has small, ovate leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Gongylosciadium falcarioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gongylosciadium falcarioides has small, white flowers that are arranged in umbels. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gongylosciadium falcarioides is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C (23°F). It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Gongylosciadium falcarioides
Gongylosciadium falcarioides is native to tropical Africa, where it is found in Cameroon, Gabon, and Nigeria.
Gongylosciadium falcarioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gongylosciadium falcarioides?
Gongylosciadium falcarioides
What is the common name of Gongylosciadium falcarioides?
Falcate snakeweed
What is the natural habitat of Gongylosciadium falcarioides?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa
Species in the Gongylosciadium genus
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Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
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Aciphylla polita,
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Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
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Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
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Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
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