Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Species:
danguyanus
ID:
434070

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 5: 160 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433402



Common Names

  • Gymnosiphon danguyanus
  • Danguyanus Gymnosiphon
  • Danguyanus


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Description

Gymnosiphon danguyanus (also called Gymnosiphon danguyanus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with white or yellow flowers and small, linear leaves. It is native to tropical regions of Africa and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnosiphon danguyanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnosiphon danguyanus has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnosiphon danguyanus is a low-maintenance, evergreen perennial that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can tolerate full sun, but it is best to provide some shade during the hottest part of the day. It can be pruned to maintain a desired size and shape. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Gymnosiphon danguyanus

Gymnosiphon danguyanus is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in tropical montane forests and cloud forests at elevations of 1,000–3,000 m.

Gymnosiphon danguyanus FAQ

What is the common name of Gymnosiphon danguyanus?

Danguyan's Gymnosiphon

What is the scientific name of Danguyan's Gymnosiphon?

Gymnosiphon danguyanus

What is the habitat of Danguyan's Gymnosiphon?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests

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,