Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
acropodus
ID:
695483

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Donn.Sm.) Wiehler

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 1: 155 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694816



Common Names

  • Gasteranthus Acropodus
  • Gasteranthus Acropodus
  • Gasteranthus Acropodus


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Synonyms

  • Besleria acropoda Donn.Sm. [unknown]
  • Besleria allenii C.V.Morton [unknown]
  • Besleria allenii paucivenia C.V.Morton [unknown]
  • Gasteranthus allenii (C.V.Morton) Wiehler [unknown]

Description

Gasteranthus acropodus (also called Acropod Gasteranthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in evergreen forests, usually in the understory.

Uses & Benefits

Gasteranthus acropodus has a variety of non-medical uses, including as a source of timber, firewood, and fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gasteranthus acropodus has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gasteranthus acropodus is a bulbous perennial that grows up to 8 inches tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. When propagating by division, carefully dig up the bulbs and separate them into smaller clumps. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep them in a warm, sunny area.

Where to Find Gasteranthus acropodus

Gasteranthus acropodus is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, especially in areas of high rainfall.

Gasteranthus acropodus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gasteranthus acropodus?

Gasteranthus acropodus

What is the common name of Gasteranthus acropodus?

Acropod Gasteranthus

Where is Gasteranthus acropodus found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Species in the Gasteranthus genus

Gasteranthus acropodus, Gasteranthus acuticarinatus, Gasteranthus adenocalyx, Gasteranthus anomalus, Gasteranthus atratus, Gasteranthus atrolimbus, Gasteranthus aurantiacus, Gasteranthus bilsaensis, Gasteranthus calcaratus, Gasteranthus carinatus, Gasteranthus colombianus, Gasteranthus corallinus, Gasteranthus crispus, Gasteranthus delphinioides, Gasteranthus dressleri, Gasteranthus epedunculatus, Gasteranthus extinctus, Gasteranthus glaber, Gasteranthus herbaceus, Gasteranthus imbaburensis, Gasteranthus imbricans, Gasteranthus lateralis, Gasteranthus leopardus, Gasteranthus macrocalyx, Gasteranthus mutabilis, Gasteranthus orientandinus, Gasteranthus osaensis, Gasteranthus otongensis, Gasteranthus pansamalanus, Gasteranthus perennis, Gasteranthus quitensis, Gasteranthus recurvatus, Gasteranthus tenellus, Gasteranthus ternatus, Gasteranthus timidus, Gasteranthus trifoliatus, Gasteranthus villosus, Gasteranthus wendlandianus, Gasteranthus diverticularis,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2817337: Based on the initial data import
John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' in the authors string.
Hans Wiehler (1930-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiehler' in the authors string.