Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
rotundifolius
ID:
696808

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rzed. & Calderón

Source:
cmp

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 32: 2 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000696141

Common Names

  • Geniostemon rotundifolius
  • Round-leaved Geniostemon
  • Geniostemon

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Description

Geniostemon rotundifolius (also called Round-leaved Geniostemon, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Geniostemon rotundifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Geniostemon rotundifolius are yellow and bell-shaped with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geniostemon rotundifolius can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Geniostemon rotundifolius

Geniostemon rotundifolius can be found in Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.

Geniostemon rotundifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geniostemon rotundifolius?

Geniostemon rotundifolius

What is the common name of Geniostemon rotundifolius?

Rotundifolius lily

What is the natural habitat of Geniostemon rotundifolius?

Grassy slopes and meadows

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Jerzy Rzedowski (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rzed.' in the authors string.
Graciela Calderón (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Calderón' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:303292-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.