Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
formosana
ID:
41490

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kitam.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 2: 175 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040819



Common Names

  • Formosan Gynura
  • Gynura formosana
  • Formosan Velvet Plant


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Description

Gynura formosana (also called 'Formosa Velvet Plant', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub growing up to 3 m tall. It is native to Taiwan and is found in open forests, grasslands, and on roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Gynura formosana is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is used as an ornamental plant and has potential medicinal uses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gynura formosana is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynura formosana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by division of the root ball. It can also be propagated from seed, but germination can be slow and erratic.

Where to Find Gynura formosana

Gynura formosana is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the tropical regions of the region.

Gynura formosana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynura formosana?

Gynura formosana

What is the natural habitat of Gynura formosana?

Gynura formosana is found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia.

What type of soil does Gynura formosana prefer?

Gynura formosana prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

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,

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