Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Species:
bekensis
ID:
434017

Status:
valid

Authors:
Letouzey

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 7: 170 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433349



Common Names

  • Gymnosiphon bekensis
  • Beken's Gymnosiphon
  • Beken's Gymnoschoenus


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Description

Gymnosiphon bekensis (also called Beken's Gymnosiphon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to the Philippines and grows in moist forests at elevations of up to 1,400 m. It is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome and ovate leaves. The flowers are yellow and tubular in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnosiphon bekensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and headache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gymnosiphon bekensis is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and thin, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnosiphon bekensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 70-75°F. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Gymnosiphon bekensis

Gymnosiphon bekensis is native to Southeast Asia and is found in Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia.

Gymnosiphon bekensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnosiphon bekensis?

Gymnosiphon bekensis

What is the common name of Gymnosiphon bekensis?

Beken's Gymnosiphon

Where does Gymnosiphon bekensis grow?

Gymnosiphon bekensis is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

Species in the Gymnosiphon genus

Gymnosiphon affinis, Gymnosiphon aphyllus, Gymnosiphon bekensis, Gymnosiphon brachycephalus, Gymnosiphon breviflorus, Gymnosiphon capitatus, Gymnosiphon cymosus, Gymnosiphon danguyanus, Gymnosiphon divaricatus, Gymnosiphon fimbriatus, Gymnosiphon guianensis, Gymnosiphon longistylus, Gymnosiphon minahassae, Gymnosiphon minutus, Gymnosiphon neglectus, Gymnosiphon niveus, Gymnosiphon okamotoi, Gymnosiphon oliganthus, Gymnosiphon panamensis, Gymnosiphon papuanus, Gymnosiphon pauciflorus, Gymnosiphon recurvatus, Gymnosiphon refractus, Gymnosiphon sphaerocarpus, Gymnosiphon suaveolens, Gymnosiphon tenellus, Gymnosiphon usambaricus, Gymnosiphon afro-orientalis, Gymnosiphon marieae, Gymnosiphon samoritoureanus, Gymnosiphon constrictus, Gymnosiphon aphyllum, Gymnosiphon oliganthum, Gymnosiphon papuanum, Gymnosiphon pauciflorum, Gymnosiphon urbani, Gymnosiphon saccatus, Gymnosiphon philippinensis, Gymnosiphon queenslandicus, Gymnosiphon syceorosensis, Gymnosiphon mayottensis,

Species in the Burmanniaceae family

Afrothismia baerae, Afrothismia foertheriana, Afrothismia gesnerioides, Afrothismia insignis, Afrothismia pachyantha, Afrothismia saingei, Afrothismia winkleri, Afrothismia hydra, Afrothismia korupensis, Afrothismia mhoroana, Afrothismia amietii, Afrothismia zambesiaca, Afrothismia fungiformis, Afrothismia pusilla, Afrothismia kupensis, Apteria aphylla, Burmannia alba, Burmannia aprica, Burmannia australis, Burmannia bicolor, Burmannia bifaria, Burmannia biflora, Burmannia candelabrum, Burmannia candida, Burmannia capitata, Burmannia championii, Burmannia chinensis, Burmannia cochinchinensis, Burmannia coelestis, Burmannia compacta, Burmannia connata, Burmannia cryptopetala, Burmannia damazii, Burmannia dasyantha, Burmannia disticha, Burmannia engganensis, Burmannia filamentosa, Burmannia flava, Burmannia foliosa, Burmannia geelvinkiana, Burmannia gracilis, Burmannia grandiflora, Burmannia hexaptera, Burmannia indica, Burmannia itoana, Burmannia jonkeri, Burmannia juncea, Burmannia kalbreyeri, Burmannia larseniana, Burmannia latialata,

References

René Letouzey (1918-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Letouzey' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:126706-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.