Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
spinosissimum
ID:
36743

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. Atacam. : 24 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036072



Common Names

  • Gymnophyton
  • Spiny Gymnophyton
  • Spiny Star Cactus


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Synonyms

  • Asteriscium spinosissimum Drude [unknown]
  • Dipterygia spinosissima Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Gymnophyton spinosissimum (also called Spiny-leaved gypsophila, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a branched stem, and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, with serrated margins. It grows in dry habitats, such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnophyton spinosissimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gymnophyton spinosissimum is yellow in color and has five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two or three oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnophyton spinosissimum is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be about 5 cm long and should be placed in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into a larger pot or into the garden.

Where to Find Gymnophyton spinosissimum

Gymnophyton spinosissimum is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It can also be found in parts of Florida and the southern United States.

Gymnophyton spinosissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnophyton spinosissimum?

Gymnophyton spinosissimum

What are the common names of Gymnophyton spinosissimum?

Spiny cushion bush

What is the natural habitat of Gymnophyton spinosissimum?

It is native to Australia.

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, 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, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,