Gymnosporia sekhukhuniensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sekhukhuniensis
ID:
1425151
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jordaan & A.E.van Wyk
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 408(1): 72. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001441316
Common Names
- Gymnosporia sekhukhuniensis
- Gymnosporia
- Sekhukhuniensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gymnosporia sekhukhuniensis (also called 'Sekhukhuni Moss' and 'Sekhukhuni Thread Moss', among many other common names) is a small, cushion-forming moss found in the Southern Hemisphere. It has a yellow-green color and is characterized by its small, densely-packed leaves. It is native to South America, South Africa, and Australia, and is typically found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gymnosporia sekhukhuniensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gymnosporia sekhukhuniensis is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, brown, oblong nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gymnosporia sekhukhuniensis is a species of shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers a soil pH of 6.5-7.5. It can be grown in a variety of soils, such as sandy, loamy, or clay.
Where to Find Gymnosporia sekhukhuniensis
Gymnosporia sekhukhuniensis can be found in the Northern Cape province of South Africa.
Gymnosporia sekhukhuniensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gymnosporia sekhukhuniensis?
Gymnosporia sekhukhuniensis
What is the natural habitat of Gymnosporia sekhukhuniensis?
Dry deciduous forests
What are the uses of Gymnosporia sekhukhuniensis?
Used as a medicinal plant, for fodder, and for fuel
Species in the Gymnosporia genus
Gymnosporia jinyangensis, Gymnosporia orbiculata, Gymnosporia acuminata, Gymnosporia addat, Gymnosporia alaternifolia, Gymnosporia andongensis, Gymnosporia annobonensis, Gymnosporia arbutifolia, Gymnosporia arenicola, Gymnosporia bachmannii, Gymnosporia bailadillana, Gymnosporia baumii, Gymnosporia benguelensis, Gymnosporia beniensis, Gymnosporia berberoides, Gymnosporia bonii, Gymnosporia brevipetala, Gymnosporia buchananii, Gymnosporia buxifolia, Gymnosporia buxifolioides, Gymnosporia capitata, Gymnosporia cassinoides, Gymnosporia chevalieri, Gymnosporia commiphoroides, Gymnosporia cortii, Gymnosporia crataegina, Gymnosporia crenata, Gymnosporia devenishii, Gymnosporia dhofarensis, Gymnosporia divaricata, Gymnosporia diversifolia, Gymnosporia drummondii, Gymnosporia elliptica, Gymnosporia emarginata, Gymnosporia engleriana, Gymnosporia falconeri, Gymnosporia forsskaoliana, Gymnosporia fruticosa, Gymnosporia gariepensis, Gymnosporia glaucophylla, Gymnosporia gracilipes, Gymnosporia gracilis, Gymnosporia grandifolia, Gymnosporia grossularia, Gymnosporia gurueensis, Gymnosporia hainanensis, Gymnosporia harenensis, Gymnosporia harlandii, Gymnosporia harveyana, Gymnosporia heterophylla,
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,