Gynostemma pentagynum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pentagynum
ID:
713972
Status:
valid
Authors:
Z.P.Wang
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 11: 165 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713305
Common Names
- Jiaogulan
- Five-Leaf Gynostemma
- Southern Ginseng
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gynostemma pentagynum (also called Five-stamen jiaogulan, 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 pentagynum 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 pentagynum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gynostemma pentagynum 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 pentagynum
Gynostemma pentagynum is native to China and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Gynostemma pentagynum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gynostemma pentagynum?
Gynostemma pentagynum
What is the common name of Gynostemma pentagynum?
Five-styled Jiaogulan
What is the native range of Gynostemma pentagynum?
China
Species in the Gynostemma genus
Gynostemma intermedium, Gynostemma papuanum, Gynostemma aggregatum, Gynostemma burmanicum, Gynostemma cardiosperma, Gynostemma caulopterum, Gynostemma compressum, Gynostemma guangxiense, Gynostemma laxiflorum, Gynostemma longipes, Gynostemma microsperma, Gynostemma pallidinerve, Gynostemma pentagynum, Gynostemma pentaphyllum, Gynostemma pubescens, Gynostemma yixingense, Gynostemma zhejiangense,
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-2836472: Based on the initial data import
Zheng Ping Wang (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.P.Wang' in the authors string.