Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
yixingense
ID:
713982

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Z.P.Wang & Q.Z.Xie) C.Y.Wu & S.K.Chen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 21: 364 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713315



Common Names

  • Yixing Gynostemma
  • Yixing Jiaogulan
  • Southern Ginseng


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Description

Gynostemma yixingense (also called Yixing 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 yixingense 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 yixingense 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 yixingense 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 yixingense

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

Gynostemma yixingense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynostemma yixingense?

Gynostemma yixingense

What is the common name of Gynostemma yixingense?

Yixing Jiaogulan

What is the native range of Gynostemma yixingense?

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-2836481: Based on the initial data import
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.
Zheng Ping Wang (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.P.Wang' in the authors string.
Shu Kun Chen (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.K.Chen' in the authors string.
Quan Zheng Xie: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.Z.Xie' in the authors string.