Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amplexicaulis
ID:
74697

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv. & Hiern

Source:
gcc

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 3: 403 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074026



Common Names

  • Gynura amplexicaulis
  • Clasping Leaf Gynura
  • Clasping Leaf Velvet Plant


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Description

Gynura amplexicaulis (also called Clasping-leaved Gynura, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gynura amplexicaulis is a medicinal plant that is used in traditional Chinese medicine. It is known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gynura amplexicaulis has small, yellow flowers that bloom in clusters. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynura amplexicaulis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings from the plant and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in a warm, sunny location. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Gynura amplexicaulis

Gynura amplexicaulis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the wild in parts of the region. It is also available for purchase from some nurseries.

Gynura amplexicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynura amplexicaulis?

Gynura amplexicaulis

What is the common name of Gynura amplexicaulis?

Clasping Leaf Gynura

What is the growth habit of Gynura amplexicaulis?

It is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall.

Species in the Gynura genus

Gynura cusimbua, Gynura hmopaengensis, Gynura bicolor, Gynura emeiensis, Gynura procumbens, Gynura japonica, Gynura papillosa, Gynura grandifolia, Gynura zeylanica, Gynura malaccensis, Gynura valeriana, Gynura drymophila, Gynura proschii, Gynura albicaulis, Gynura scandens, Gynura elberti, Gynura abbreviata, Gynura vidaliana, Gynura aurantiaca, Gynura longifolia, Gynura micheliana, Gynura sundaiaca, Gynura fulva, Gynura formosana, Gynura panershenia, Gynura integrifolia, Gynura rubiginosa, Gynura molleri, Gynura travancorica, Gynura colorata, Gynura nepalensis, Gynura rubiginosa, Gynura barbareifolia, Gynura travancorica, Gynura batorensis, Gynura colaniae, Gynura amplexicaulis, Gynura steenisii, Gynura pseudochina, Gynura sechellensis, Gynura annamensis, Gynura brassii, Gynura calciphila, Gynura hispida, Gynura truncata, Gynura nitida, Gynura elliptica, Gynura divaricata, Gynura campanulata, Gynura carnosula,

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

Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:211211-1: Based on the initial data import