Status:
valid
Authors:
Tuyama
Source:
wcs
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Iconogr. Pl. Asiae Orient. 3: 239 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433525
Common Names
- Gymnosiphon okamotoi
- Okamotoi Gymnosiphon
- Okamoto's Gymnosiphon
Description
Gymnosiphon okamotoi (also called Okamoto's Gymnosiphon, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant from the family Lentibulariaceae. It is native to the island of Sulawesi in Indonesia. It is an aquatic species, growing in shallow water or on wet rocks in streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Gymnosiphon okamotoi is an aquatic plant that is used in aquariums to provide cover and shade for fish. It can also be used as a ground cover in gardens and landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gymnosiphon okamotoi has small white flowers with yellow centers and a single seed in the center. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a single root.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gymnosiphon okamotoi is a terrestrial species that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.
Where to Find Gymnosiphon okamotoi
Gymnosiphon okamotoi can be found in India and Sri Lanka.
Gymnosiphon okamotoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gymnosiphon okamotoi?
Gymnosiphon okamotoi
What type of plant is Gymnosiphon okamotoi?
Aquatic plant
What is the optimal temperature for Gymnosiphon okamotoi?
22-28°C
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,