Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Gnetales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolium
ID:
796278

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Tijdschr. Natuurl. Gesch. Physiol. 1: 162 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795611



Common Names

  • Gnetum latifolium
  • Latifolium Gnetum
  • Gnetum Latifolium


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Description

Gnetum latifolium (also called Broad-leaved Gnetum, among many other common names) is a species of Gnetum native to Southeast Asia. It is a shrub or small tree growing to 10 m tall. The leaves are spirally arranged, lanceolate, 8–15 cm long and 2–3 cm broad. The flowers are inconspicuous, greenish, and the fruit is a red drupe containing a single seed.

Uses & Benefits

Gnetum latifolium is used as an edible vegetable, as an ornamental plant, and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gnetum latifolium var. funiculare (Blume) Markgr.
Gnetum latifolium var. laxifrutescens (Elmer) Markgr.
Gnetum latifolium var. longipes (Markgr.) T.H.Nguyên
Gnetum latifolium var. macropodum (Kurz) Markgr.
Gnetum latifolium var. minus (Foxw.) Markgr.
Gnetum latifolium var. latifolium

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gnetum latifolium are small and yellowish-green in color. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate, with long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gnetum latifolium can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take cuttings from the stem tips and place them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Gnetum latifolium

Gnetum latifolium is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Gnetum latifolium FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Gnetum latifolium?

Gnetum latifolium is found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

What is the growth rate of Gnetum latifolium?

Gnetum latifolium is a fast-growing plant.

What is the ideal temperature for Gnetum latifolium?

Gnetum latifolium prefers warm, humid temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

Species in the Gnetum genus

Gnetum acutum, Gnetum africanum, Gnetum arboreum, Gnetum bosavicum, Gnetum buchholzianum, Gnetum camporum, Gnetum catasphaericum, Gnetum contractum, Gnetum costatum, Gnetum cuspidatum, Gnetum diminutum, Gnetum formosum, Gnetum giganteum, Gnetum globosum, Gnetum gnemon, Gnetum gnemonoides, Gnetum gracilipes, Gnetum hainanense, Gnetum klossii, Gnetum latifolium, Gnetum leptostachyum, Gnetum leyboldii, Gnetum loerzingii, Gnetum luofuense, Gnetum macrostachyum, Gnetum microcarpum, Gnetum montanum, Gnetum neglectum, Gnetum nodiflorum, Gnetum oblongum, Gnetum oxycarpum, Gnetum paniculatum, Gnetum parvifolium, Gnetum pendulum, Gnetum raya, Gnetum ridleyi, Gnetum schwackeanum, Gnetum tenuifolium, Gnetum urens, Gnetum venosum, Gnetum schwackeanum, Gnetum edule, Gnetum interruptum, Gnetum latispicum,

Species in the Gnetaceae family

Gnetum acutum, Gnetum africanum, Gnetum arboreum, Gnetum bosavicum, Gnetum buchholzianum, Gnetum camporum, Gnetum catasphaericum, Gnetum contractum, Gnetum costatum, Gnetum cuspidatum, Gnetum diminutum, Gnetum formosum, Gnetum giganteum, Gnetum globosum, Gnetum gnemon, Gnetum gnemonoides, Gnetum gracilipes, Gnetum hainanense, Gnetum klossii, Gnetum latifolium, Gnetum leptostachyum, Gnetum leyboldii, Gnetum loerzingii, Gnetum luofuense, Gnetum macrostachyum, Gnetum microcarpum, Gnetum montanum, Gnetum neglectum, Gnetum nodiflorum, Gnetum oblongum, Gnetum oxycarpum, Gnetum paniculatum, Gnetum parvifolium, Gnetum pendulum, Gnetum raya, Gnetum ridleyi, Gnetum schwackeanum, Gnetum tenuifolium, Gnetum urens, Gnetum venosum, Gnetum schwackeanum, Gnetum edule, Gnetum interruptum, Gnetum latispicum,

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