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
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.
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 Gomphogyne genus
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,