Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
parvibractus
ID:
713403

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.G.Gilbert) Petruss. & Thulin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 53: 24 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712736



Common Names

  • Gymnocarpos parvibractus
  • Parvibractus Silver Carpet
  • Parvibractus Silver-Carpet


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Description

Gymnocarpos parvibractus (also called small-bracted boxthorn, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 3 m tall. It is native to the Arabian Peninsula, growing in dry open habitats, such as scrub, woodland, and grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnocarpos parvibractus has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnocarpos parvibractus has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnocarpos parvibractus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be pruned to shape in late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Gymnocarpos parvibractus

Gymnocarpos parvibractus can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Gymnocarpos parvibractus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnocarpos parvibractus?

Gymnocarpos parvibractus

What is the common name of Gymnocarpos parvibractus?

Small-bracted Gymnocarpos

What is the growth habit of Gymnocarpos parvibractus?

It is a low-growing, clump-forming perennial with small, silver-grey leaves.

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2835897: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Michael George Gilbert (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Gilbert' in the authors string.
Louise Petrusson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petruss.' in the authors string.