Status:
valid
Authors:
W.T.Wang
Source:
cmp
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 1(3): 34 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713895
Common Names
- Gyrocheilos retrotrichum
- Retrotrichum Wingnut
- Retrotrichum Wing Nut
Description
Gyrocheilos retrotrichum (also called Retrotrichum 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 retrotrichum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Gyrocheilos retrotrichum var. oligolobum W.T.Wang
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Gyrocheilos retrotrichum 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gyrocheilos retrotrichum 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 retrotrichum
Gyrocheilos retrotrichum is native to Central and South America.
Gyrocheilos retrotrichum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gyrocheilos retrotrichum?
Gyrocheilos retrotrichum
What is the common name of Gyrocheilos retrotrichum?
Retrotrichum Gyrocheilos
What is the optimal soil type for Gyrocheilos retrotrichum?
Well-drained soil
Species in the Gyrocheilos genus
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Achimenes dulcis,
Achimenes erecta,
Achimenes fimbriata,
Achimenes flava,
Achimenes glabrata,
Achimenes grandiflora,
Achimenes heterophylla,
Achimenes hintoniana,
Achimenes longiflora,
Achimenes mexicana,
Achimenes misera,
Achimenes nayaritensis,
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Achimenes occidentalis,
Achimenes patens,
Achimenes pedunculata,
Achimenes skinneri,
Achimenes woodii,
Achimenes tincticoma,
Achimenes elota,
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Aeschynanthus membranifolius,
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Aeschynanthus sojolianus,
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Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus,
Aeschynanthus acuminatus,
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Aeschynanthus amboinensis,
Aeschynanthus amoenus,
Aeschynanthus andersonii,
Aeschynanthus angustifolius,
Aeschynanthus angustioblongus,
Aeschynanthus apicidens,
Aeschynanthus arctocalyx,
Aeschynanthus arfakensis,
Aeschynanthus argentii,
Aeschynanthus asclepioides,
Aeschynanthus atrorubens,
Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus,
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