Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
pubescens
ID:
713975

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gagnep.) C.Y.Wu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 21: 362 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713308



Common Names

  • Downy Jiaogulan
  • Downy Gynostemma
  • Southern Ginseng


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Description

Gynostemma pubescens (also called Hairy 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 pubescens 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 pubescens has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynostemma pubescens 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 pubescens

Gynostemma pubescens is native to China and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Gynostemma pubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynostemma pubescens?

Gynostemma pubescens

What is the common name of Gynostemma pubescens?

Downy Jiaogulan

What is the native range of Gynostemma pubescens?

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-2836475: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.