Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
drymophila
ID:
25449

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) F.G.Davies

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 35(4): 733 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024778



Common Names

  • Drymophila Gynura
  • Drymophila Velvet-leaf
  • Drymophila Purple-leaf


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Synonyms

  • Senecio drymophilus F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Gynura drymophila drymophila [unknown]
  • Senecio shirleyanus Domin [unknown]

Description

Gynura drymophila (also called Hairy Gynura, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in disturbed areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gynura drymophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make a tea that is believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gynura drymophila has small yellow flowers with a black center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small with a single, oval shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynura drymophila is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division in spring or autumn. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-11.

Where to Find Gynura drymophila

Gynura drymophila is found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Gynura drymophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynura drymophila?

Gynura drymophila

What type of plant is Gynura drymophila?

It is an evergreen shrub

Where is Gynura drymophila found?

It is found in South East Asia

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-123939: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Frances G. Davies (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.G.Davies' in the authors string.