Gymnema recurvifolium - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
recurvifolium
ID:
712941
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
cmp
Year:
1850
Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 1: 150 (1850)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712274
Common Names
- Gymnema Recurvifolium
- Hook-Leaf Gymnema
- Hook-Leaf Cowplant
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- Gongronema recurvifolium (Blume) Walp. [unknown]
- Hoya recurvifolia Zipp. ex Blume [unknown]
Description
Gymnema recurvifolium (also called Gurmar, among many other common names) is a perennial, woody, climbing shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests and is often found in moist, shady areas. It has long, slender stems with oval-shaped leaves and small, yellowish-white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Gymnema recurvifolium is used as a traditional medicine to treat diabetes, as well as to reduce appetite and cravings for sweets. It is also used to treat asthma, fever, and digestive issues. Additionally, it is used to improve memory and cognitive function.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gymnema recurvifolium has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gymnema recurvifolium can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For stem cuttings, take a cutting from the stem and place it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into a larger pot or into the garden.
Where to Find Gymnema recurvifolium
Gymnema recurvifolium can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Gymnema recurvifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gymnema recurvifolium?
Gymnema recurvifolium
What is the common name of Gymnema recurvifolium?
Gymnema recurvifolium
What is the family of Gymnema recurvifolium?
Asclepiadaceae
Species in the Gymnema genus
Gymnema acuminatum, Gymnema albidum, Gymnema albiflorum, Gymnema calycinum, Gymnema chalmersii, Gymnema cumingii, Gymnema cuspidatum, Gymnema decaisneanum, Gymnema elegans, Gymnema erianthum, Gymnema foetidum, Gymnema glabrum, Gymnema griffithii, Gymnema hainanense, Gymnema inodorum, Gymnema lacei, Gymnema lactiferum, Gymnema latifolium, Gymnema longiretinaculatum, Gymnema lushaiense, Gymnema macranthum, Gymnema macrothyrsa, Gymnema mariae, Gymnema molle, Gymnema montanum, Gymnema piperii, Gymnema recurvifolium, Gymnema rotundatum, Gymnema schlechterianum, Gymnema spirei, Gymnema sylvestre, Gymnema thorelii, Gymnema uncarioides, Gymnema yunnanense, Gymnema indicum, Gymnema syringaefolium, Gymnema lacei,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2835442: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.