Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
microtrichum
ID:
714561

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.T.Wang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 1(3): 32 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713894



Common Names

  • Gyrocheilos microtrichum
  • Microtrichum Wingnut
  • Microtrichum Wing Nut


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Description

Gyrocheilos microtrichum (also called Microtrichum Gyrocheilos, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Southeast Asia, typically found in lowland forests and scrublands. It has a single, slender trunk and can reach heights of up to 10 meters. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Gyrocheilos microtrichum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gyrocheilos microtrichum are white, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a small, black, oblong nut. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gyrocheilos microtrichum can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Gyrocheilos microtrichum

Gyrocheilos microtrichum is native to Central and South America.

Gyrocheilos microtrichum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gyrocheilos microtrichum?

Gyrocheilos microtrichum

What is the common name of Gyrocheilos microtrichum?

Microtrichum Gyrocheilos

What is the optimal soil type for Gyrocheilos microtrichum?

Well-drained soil

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-2837028: Based on the initial data import
Wen Tsai Wang (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Wang' in the authors string.