Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barbareifolia
ID:
70707

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 68: 119 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070036



Common Names

  • Gynura Barbareifolia
  • Purple Velvet Plant
  • Velvet Plant


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Description

Gynura barbareifolia (also called Barbarei's gynura, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India. It has small, oval-shaped leaves with a velvety texture. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gynura barbareifolia is a medicinal plant used for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases. Outside of medicinal uses, Gynura barbareifolia can be used as a natural dye for fabrics and food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gynura barbareifolia is a yellow-orange color and has a daisy-like shape. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynura barbareifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Gynura barbareifolia

Gynura barbareifolia is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Indonesia.

Gynura barbareifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynura barbareifolia?

Gynura barbareifolia

What is the natural habitat of Gynura barbareifolia?

It is found in tropical rainforests of South America

What is the size of Gynura barbareifolia?

It is a small shrub, usually reaching a height of 1-2 m

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-26838: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.