Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Jeffrey
Source:
gcc
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41(4): 929 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128996
Common Names
- Campanulate gynura
- Purple velvet plant
- Velvet plant
Description
Gynura campanulata (also called Campanulate Gynura, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with yellow flowers. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in grasslands and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gynura campanulata is a perennial herb that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as it has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gynura campanulata is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, round and brown. The seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gynura campanulata is a perennial herb native to Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Gynura campanulata
Gynura campanulata is native to the tropical regions of South America. It can be found in moist, open areas such as grasslands and savannas.
Gynura campanulata FAQ
What are the growth requirements of Gynura campanulata?
Gynura campanulata requires full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
What is the typical size of Gynura campanulata?
Gynura campanulata typically grows to a height of 6-12 inches.
What is the typical bloom time of Gynura campanulata?
Gynura campanulata typically blooms from June to August.
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,