Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Species:
divaricatus
ID:
434077

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 3: 458 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433409



Common Names

  • Gymnosiphon divaricatus
  • Divaricatus Gymnosiphon
  • Divaricatus


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Description

Gymnosiphon divaricatus (also called Divaricate Gymnosiphon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It is a small shrub with small red flowers and grows in lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnosiphon divaricatus 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 divaricatus has small, yellow, bell-shaped flowers, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnosiphon divaricatus 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 divaricatus

Gymnosiphon divaricatus 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 divaricatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnosiphon divaricatus?

Gymnosiphon divaricatus

What is the natural habitat of Gymnosiphon divaricatus?

Tropical rainforests

What are the characteristics of Gymnosiphon divaricatus?

Gymnosiphon divaricatus is a small, perennial herb with white or pink flowers and a creeping rhizome.

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:126714-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.