Status:
valid
Authors:
Harley
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 148: 58 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001319096
Common Names
- Gymneia moniliformis
- Moniliformis
- Gymneia
Description
Gymneia moniliformis (also called Beaded Gymneia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in Brazil. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is found in the Atlantic Forest biome in the states of Rio de Janeiro and Espírito Santo, growing in humid and shady areas, such as in the understory of the forest.
Uses & Benefits
Gymneia moniliformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in aquariums and terrariums as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gymneia moniliformis has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gymneia moniliformis is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be kept in a moist, well-drained soil mix until the plants are established.
Where to Find Gymneia moniliformis
Gymneia moniliformis can be found in the Atlantic forest of Brazil.
Gymneia moniliformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gymneia moniliformis?
Gymneia moniliformis
What is the family of Gymneia moniliformis?
Velloziaceae
What is the habitat of Gymneia moniliformis?
Dry rocky areas
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Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,