Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
intermedium
ID:
510131

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.J.de Wilde & Duyfjes

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Blumea 52: 265 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509463



Common Names

  • Gynostemma Intermedium
  • Intermedium Gynostemma
  • Gynostemma Intermedium


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Description

Gynostemma intermedium (also called Intermediate Gynostemma, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to China and is found in moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Gynostemma intermedium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and anti-tumor properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gynostemma intermedium is a small, white, fragrant flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynostemma intermedium is a shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be taken from semi-hardwood cuttings.

Where to Find Gynostemma intermedium

Gynostemma intermedium is found in India.

Gynostemma intermedium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynostemma intermedium?

Gynostemma intermedium

What is the natural habitat of Gynostemma intermedium?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the flowering period of Gynostemma intermedium?

Spring to summer

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-2607355: Based on the initial data import
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.