Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
stenocarpa
ID:
1319980

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.J.de Wilde & Duyfjes

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 39: 4 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332434





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Description

Gomphogyne stenocarpa (also called 'Narrow-fruited Gomphogyne', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical forests and scrublands. It has ovate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Gomphogyne stenocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gomphogyne stenocarpa is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gomphogyne stenocarpa is a small shrub native to India. It can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and rooted in a moist soil mix. The shrub prefers partial shade and moderate watering.

Where to Find Gomphogyne stenocarpa

Gomphogyne stenocarpa is found in India.

Gomphogyne stenocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gomphogyne stenocarpa?

Gomphogyne stenocarpa

What type of plant is Gomphogyne stenocarpa?

A succulent

Where does Gomphogyne stenocarpa grow?

It grows in the Canary Islands

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

Willem Jan Jacobus Oswald de Wilde (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.de Wilde' in the authors string.
Brigitta Emma Elisabeth Duyfjes (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Duyfjes' in the authors string.