Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandifolia
ID:
21017

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.G.Davies

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 35(4): 726 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020346



Common Names

  • Gynura
  • Grandifolia
  • Gynura Grandifolia


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Description

Gynura grandifolia (also called Large-Leaved Gynura, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, yellow flowers and large, dark green leaves. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Gynura grandifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, parks, and other landscaping projects. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gynura grandifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynura grandifolia is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Gynura grandifolia

Gynura grandifolia can be found in tropical regions of Asia, such as India, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Gynura grandifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynura grandifolia?

Gynura grandifolia

What is the family of Gynura grandifolia?

Asteraceae

What is the natural habitat of Gynura grandifolia?

Grassy slopes and rocky places in western Sichuan, China

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-119671: Based on the initial data import
Frances G. Davies (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.G.Davies' in the authors string.