Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
heterosperma
ID:
706469

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall.) Kurz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 40: 58 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000705802



Common Names

  • Gomphogyne heterosperma
  • Gomphogyne Heterosperma
  • Gomphogyne Heterosperma Plant


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Synonyms

  • Zanonia heterosperma Wall. [unknown]
  • Gomphogyne heterosperma vittata W.J.de Wilde & Duyfjes [unknown]
  • Alsomitra heterosperma M.Roem. [unknown]
  • Hemsleya heterosperma (Wall.) C.Jeffrey [unknown]

Description

Gomphogyne heterosperma (also called Variable Milkweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has a distinctively shaped seed pod that is covered in soft hairs and has a curved shape. The plant has small white flowers and long, thin, pointed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Gomphogyne heterosperma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gomphogyne heterosperma has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gomphogyne heterosperma can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light.

Where to Find Gomphogyne heterosperma

Gomphogyne heterosperma is native to South Africa and can be found in wetland areas.

Gomphogyne heterosperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gomphogyne heterosperma?

Gomphogyne heterosperma

What type of plant is Gomphogyne heterosperma?

A flowering plant

Where is Gomphogyne heterosperma found?

It is found in East Africa

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2828921: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.