Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
thomsonii
ID:
707016

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) K.M.Matthew

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 34: 68 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706349



Common Names

  • Gongronema thomsonii
  • Thomson's Glandwort
  • Thomson's Wild Tea


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Description

Gongronema thomsonii (also called Thomson's 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

Gongronema thomsonii is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of yellow dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gongronema thomsonii has small, white flowers that are arranged in umbels. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gongronema thomsonii is best propagated by division in spring. It is best grown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Gongronema thomsonii

Gongronema thomsonii is native to tropical West Africa, where it is found in Benin, Cameroon, Ghana, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, and Togo.

Gongronema thomsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gongronema thomsonii?

Gongronema thomsonii

What is the common name of Gongronema thomsonii?

Thomson's snakeweed

What is the natural habitat of Gongronema thomsonii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2829536: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Koyapillil Mathai Matthew (1930-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Matthew' in the authors string.