Gnetum ridleyi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gamble ex Markgr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 10: 479 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795670
Common Names
- Gnetum ridleyi
- Ridleyi Gnetum
- Gnetum Ridleyi
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gnetum ridleyi (also called Ridley's Gnetum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gnetaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, Southeast Asia, and northern Australia. It is a shrub or small tree that grows in tropical rainforests and is found in lowland and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Gnetum ridleyi is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating rheumatism, fever, and malaria. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Gnetum ridleyi 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gnetum ridleyi is a tropical evergreen vine that is native to tropical Asia and the Pacific Islands. It is a fast-growing vine that can reach up to 30 feet in length. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or stem cuttings.
Where to Find Gnetum ridleyi
Gnetum ridleyi is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.
Gnetum ridleyi FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Gnetum ridleyi?
Gnetum ridleyi is found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
What is the growth rate of Gnetum ridleyi?
Gnetum ridleyi is a fast-growing plant.
What is the ideal temperature for Gnetum ridleyi?
Gnetum ridleyi 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-334196: Based on the initial data import
James Sykes Gamble (1847-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gamble' in the authors string.
Friedrich Markgraf (1897-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Markgr.' in the authors string.