Gymnosiphon mayottensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mayottensis
ID:
1541364
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cheek
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 42: 181 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000022790
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Gymnosiphon mayottensis (also called Mayotte Gymnosiphon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orobanchaceae family. It is native to Madagascar. It grows in forests and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Gymnosiphon mayottensis is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used to make thatching and for fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gymnosiphon mayottensis has small, white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gymnosiphon mayottensis is a small shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Division can be done by carefully separating the root ball and replanting the divisions in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Gymnosiphon mayottensis
Gymnosiphon mayottensis can be found in the tropical forests of the Comoros Islands.
Gymnosiphon mayottensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gymnosiphon mayottensis?
Gymnosiphon mayottensis
What type of plant is Gymnosiphon mayottensis?
A shrub
Where is Gymnosiphon mayottensis found?
It is found in the Comoros
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77215096-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.