Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sw.) Urb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 5: 80 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712103
Common Names
- Gyminda latifolia
- Latifolia Gyminda
- Gyminda Latifolia
Synonyms
- Crossopetalum latifolium Kuntze [unknown]
- Myginda latifolia Sw. [unknown]
- Rhacoma latifolia (Sw.) M.Gómez [unknown]
- Rhacoma latifolia (Sw.) Loes. [valid]
Description
Gyminda latifolia (also called 'Broad-leaved Gyminda', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It is native to China and is found in moist forests and woodlands. The leaves are small and oval-shaped with a pointed tip, and the flowers are small and white.
Uses & Benefits
Gyminda latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Gyminda latifolia sub. glaucifolia (C.Wright ex Griseb.) Mory
Gyminda latifolia sub. latifolia
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Gyminda latifolia are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gyminda latifolia is a fast-growing, climbing vine that can reach up to 10 m in length. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature vines and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Gyminda latifolia
Gyminda latifolia is native to India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Gyminda latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gyminda latifolia?
Gyminda latifolia
What is the common name of Gyminda latifolia?
Gyminda
What is the family of Gyminda latifolia?
Asteraceae
Species in the Gyminda genus
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus,
Allocassine laurifolia,
Anthodon decussatus,
Anthodon panamense,
Apatophyllum constablei,
Apatophyllum flavovirens,
Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,