Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
gypsophila
ID:
589825

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 52: 369 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589157



Common Names

  • Tradescantia gypsophila
  • Gypsophila Spiderwort
  • Gypsophila Spiderwort


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Description

Tradescantia gypsophila (also called Gypsum Spiderwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has long, thin stems with pointed, oval-shaped leaves. It is often found in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Tradescantia gypsophila is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive purple flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach ache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tradescantia gypsophila is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, bright green, and have two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tradescantia gypsophila can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and at a temperature of around 25°C.

Where to Find Tradescantia gypsophila

Tradescantia gypsophila is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly found in open forests, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Tradescantia gypsophila FAQ

What is the common name of Tradescantia gypsophila?

Gypsophila Spiderwort

What is the scientific name of Gypsophila Spiderwort?

Tradescantia gypsophila

What is the natural habitat of Tradescantia gypsophila?

Dry open forests, scrub jungles, and wastelands

Species in the Tradescantia genus

Tradescantia ambigua, Tradescantia andrieuxii, Tradescantia boliviana, Tradescantia bracteata, Tradescantia brevifolia, Tradescantia buckleyi, Tradescantia burchii, Tradescantia cerinthoides, Tradescantia cirrifera, Tradescantia commelinoides, Tradescantia crassifolia, Tradescantia crassula, Tradescantia cymbispatha, Tradescantia decora, Tradescantia deficiens, Tradescantia edwardsiana, Tradescantia ernestiana, Tradescantia exaltata, Tradescantia fluminensis, Tradescantia gigantea, Tradescantia gracillima, Tradescantia grantii, Tradescantia guiengolensis, Tradescantia gypsophila, Tradescantia hirsuticaulis, Tradescantia hirsutiflora, Tradescantia hirta, Tradescantia huehueteca, Tradescantia humilis, Tradescantia leiandra, Tradescantia llamasii, Tradescantia longipes, Tradescantia masonii, Tradescantia maysillesii, Tradescantia mcvaughii, Tradescantia mirandae, Tradescantia monosperma, Tradescantia mundula, Tradescantia nuevoleonensis, Tradescantia occidentalis, Tradescantia ohiensis, Tradescantia orchidophylla, Tradescantia ozarkana, Tradescantia pallida, Tradescantia pedicellata, Tradescantia peninsularis, Tradescantia petiolaris, Tradescantia petricola, Tradescantia pinetorum, Tradescantia plusiantha,

Species in the Commelinaceae family

Aetheolirion stenolobium, Amischotolype glabrata, Amischotolype gracilis, Amischotolype griffithii, Amischotolype hispida, Amischotolype hookeri, Amischotolype irritans, Amischotolype laxiflora, Amischotolype marginata, Amischotolype mollissima, Amischotolype monosperma, Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza, Amischotolype tenuis, Amischotolype barbarossa, Amischotolype divaricata, Amischotolype dolichandra, Amischotolype hirsuta, Amischotolype leiocarpa, Amischotolype lobata, Amischotolype parvifructa, Amischotolype pedicellata, Amischotolype rostrata, Amischotolype strigosa, Amischotolype welzeniana, Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-270307: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.