Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
orbicularis
ID:
712773

Status:
valid

Authors:
Borhidi & O.Muñiz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Acad. Sci. Hung. 18: 36 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712106



Common Names

  • Gyminda orbicularis
  • Orbicularis Gyminda
  • Gyminda Orbicularis


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Description

Gyminda orbicularis (also called 'Round-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 orbicularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gyminda orbicularis are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gyminda orbicularis 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 orbicularis

Gyminda orbicularis is native to India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Gyminda orbicularis FAQ

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Asteraceae

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2835281: Based on the initial data import
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Onaney Muñiz Gutiérrez (1937-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Muñiz' in the authors string.