Gynostemma pentaphyllum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pentaphyllum
ID:
713973
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Thunb.) Makino
Source:
cmp
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 16: 179 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713306
Common Names
- Five-Leaf Jiaogulan
- Five-Leaf Gynostemma
- Southern Ginseng
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gynostemma pentaphyllum (also called Five-leaved 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 pentaphyllum 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 pentaphyllum 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 pentaphyllum 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 pentaphyllum
Gynostemma pentaphyllum is native to China and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Gynostemma pentaphyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gynostemma pentaphyllum?
Gynostemma pentaphyllum
What is the common name of Gynostemma pentaphyllum?
Five-leaved Jiaogulan
What is the native range of Gynostemma pentaphyllum?
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-2836473: Based on the initial data import
Tomitarô Makino (1862-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Makino' in the authors string.
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.