Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
compressum
ID:
713959

Status:
valid

Authors:
X.X.Chen & D.R.Liang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Guihaia 11: 13 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713292



Common Names

  • Gynostemma compressum
  • Compressed Gynostemma
  • Compressed Gynostemma


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Description

Gynostemma compressum (also called Southern ginseng, among many other common names) is a perennial vine of the family Cucurbitaceae. It is native to China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as thickets, forests, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Gynostemma compressum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its timber which is used for making furniture and as firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gynostemma compressum has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynostemma compressum is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Gynostemma compressum

Gynostemma compressum is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

Gynostemma compressum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynostemma compressum?

Gynostemma compressum

What is the common name of Gynostemma compressum?

Compressed Jiaogulan

What is the native range of Gynostemma compressum?

China

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-2836460: Based on the initial data import
Xiu Xiang Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.X.Chen' in the authors string.
Ding Ren Liang (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.R.Liang' in the authors string.