Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
koekemoerae
ID:
1326436

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob. & V.A.Funk

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 36: 61 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338890



Common Names

  • Gymnanthemum koekemoerae
  • Gymnanthemum
  • Koekemoerae


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Description

Gymnanthemum koekemoerae (also called Gymnanthemum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to South Africa. It is an herbaceous perennial, growing in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnanthemum koekemoerae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gymnanthemum koekemoerae is a yellow, daisy-like flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnanthemum koekemoerae can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Gymnanthemum koekemoerae

Gymnanthemum koekemoerae is found in the tropical forests of South Africa.

Gymnanthemum koekemoerae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnanthemum koekemoerae?

Gymnanthemum koekemoerae

What are the common names of Gymnanthemum koekemoerae?

Coralberry, Coralberry Bush

What is the growth habit of Gymnanthemum koekemoerae?

It is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall.

Species in the Gymnanthemum genus

Gymnanthemum baronii, Gymnanthemum pectiniforme, Gymnanthemum bolleanum, Gymnanthemum louvelii, Gymnanthemum pectorale, Gymnanthemum chapelieri, Gymnanthemum urticifolium, Gymnanthemum crataegifolium, Gymnanthemum bellinghamii, Gymnanthemum andrangovalense, Gymnanthemum thomsonianum, Gymnanthemum humblotii, Gymnanthemum fimbrilliferum, Gymnanthemum delapsum, Gymnanthemum antanalum, Gymnanthemum baillonii, Gymnanthemum rubicundum, Gymnanthemum hispidulum, Gymnanthemum auriculiferum, Gymnanthemum platylepis, Gymnanthemum corymbosum, Gymnanthemum exsertum, Gymnanthemum exsertiflorum, Gymnanthemum mespilifolium, Gymnanthemum subcrassulescens, Gymnanthemum rueppellii, Gymnanthemum dissolutum, Gymnanthemum myrianthum, Gymnanthemum pleistanthum, Gymnanthemum amygdalinum, Gymnanthemum extensum, Gymnanthemum coursii, Gymnanthemum triflorum, Gymnanthemum appendiculatum, Gymnanthemum glaberrimum, Gymnanthemum koekemoerae, Gymnanthemum capense,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Victoria Ann Funk (1947-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Funk' in the authors string.