Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Species:
minutus
ID:
434153

Status:
valid

Authors:
Snelders & Maas

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. 30: 142 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433485



Common Names

  • Gymnosiphon minutus
  • Minutus Gymnosiphon
  • Minutus


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Description

Gymnosiphon minutus (also called Minute Gymnosiphon, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant from the family Lentibulariaceae. It is native to the state of Minas Gerais in Brazil. It is an aquatic species, growing in shallow water or on wet rocks in streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnosiphon minutus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used as a food source for fish and other aquatic animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gymnosiphon minutus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped and have a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnosiphon minutus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of dry conditions and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Gymnosiphon minutus

Gymnosiphon minutus is native to the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Gymnosiphon minutus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnosiphon minutus?

Gymnosiphon minutus

What is the family of Gymnosiphon minutus?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Gymnosiphon minutus?

Minutus Daisy

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

Paul Maas (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maas' in the authors string.
H.C. Snelders: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Snelders' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:115828-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.