Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
orbiculatum
ID:
1330475

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.J.Middleton

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 72: 237 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342929

Common Names

  • Orbiculate Gyrocheilos
  • Orbiculate Cyperus
  • Gyrocheilos orbiculatum

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Description

Gyrocheilos orbiculatum (also called Gyrocheilos orbiculatum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Cyperaceae. It is native to Peru and Ecuador. It grows in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Gyrocheilos orbiculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gyrocheilos orbiculatum has small, yellow flowers with dark green, ovate leaves. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gyrocheilos orbiculatum is a perennial herb that is native to Central America. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Gyrocheilos orbiculatum

Gyrocheilos orbiculatum can be found in the rainforests of Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos.

Gyrocheilos orbiculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gyrocheilos orbiculatum?

Gyrocheilos orbiculatum

What is the common name of Gyrocheilos orbiculatum?

Orbiculate gyrocheilos

What is the natural habitat of Gyrocheilos orbiculatum?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

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

David John Middleton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Middleton' in the authors string.