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
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.
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 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
Quan Zheng Xie: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.Z.Xie' in the authors string.