Ochthocosmus gossweileri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gossweileri
ID:
384343
Status:
valid
Authors:
Exell & Mendonça
Source:
cmp
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2, 25: 105 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000383675
Common Names
- Ochthocosmus Gossweileri
- Gossweiler's Ochthocosmus
- Gossweiler Ochthocosmus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ochthocosmus gossweileri (also called Gossweiler's Dwarf Gecko, among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial gecko species native to the Caribbean. It has a brownish-gray body and a yellowish-white belly. It is found in tropical dry forests and in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ochthocosmus gossweileri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, fever, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ochthocosmus gossweileri is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, slender stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ochthocosmus gossweileri is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m (5 ft) tall. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Ochthocosmus gossweileri
Ochthocosmus gossweileri can be found in tropical and subtropical wetlands in Southeast Asia.
Ochthocosmus gossweileri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ochthocosmus gossweileri?
Ochthocosmus gossweileri
What is the common name of Ochthocosmus gossweileri?
Gossweiler's grasshopper
Where is Ochthocosmus gossweileri found?
Ochthocosmus gossweileri is found in tropical Africa
Species in the Ochthocosmus genus
Species in the Ixonanthaceae family
Cyrillopsis micrantha, Cyrillopsis paraensis, Ixonanthes icosandra, Ixonanthes petiolaris, Ixonanthes reticulata, Ochthocosmus roraimae, Ochthocosmus multiflorus, Ochthocosmus berryi, Ochthocosmus longipedicellatus, Ochthocosmus gossweileri, Ochthocosmus floribundus, Ochthocosmus attenuatus, Ochthocosmus barrae, Phyllocosmus sessiliflorus, Phyllocosmus lemaireanus, Phyllocosmus congolensis, Phyllocosmus calothyrsus, Phyllocosmus africanus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2387544: Based on the initial data import
Francisco de Ascensão Mendonça (1889-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mendonça' in the authors string.
Arthur Wallis Exell (1901-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Exell' in the authors string.