Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hmopaengensis
ID:
5771

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Koyama

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 39: 152 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005100



Common Names

  • Gynura
  • Hmopaengensis
  • Purple Velvet Plant


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Description

Gynura hmopaengensis (also called 'Hmopaeng Gynura', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Thailand. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is found in open woodlands and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Gynura hmopaengensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gynura hmopaengensis has yellow flowers with a purple center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynura hmopaengensis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is a hardy perennial and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or summer, and they should germinate within two weeks. Division can be done in the spring or fall, and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Gynura hmopaengensis

Gynura hmopaengensis can be found in Thailand.

Gynura hmopaengensis FAQ

What type of plant is Gynura hmopaengensis?

Gynura hmopaengensis is a species of flowering plant in the aster family.

Where does Gynura hmopaengensis grow?

Gynura hmopaengensis is native to Thailand.

What are the uses of Gynura hmopaengensis?

Gynura hmopaengensis is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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-104909: Based on the initial data import
Hiroshige Koyama (1937-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Koyama' in the authors string.