Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunth
Source:
cmp
Year:
1822
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 5: 156 (1822)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694977
Common Names
- Gaudichaudia cynanchoides
- Gaudichaudia Cynanchoides var. Cynanchoides
- Gaudichaudia Cynanchoides var. Subcynanchoides
Synonyms
- Aspicarpa cynanchoides Hassl. [unknown]
- Aspicarpa cynanchoides isandra Hassl. [unknown]
- Gaudichaudia acuminata A.Juss. [unknown]
- Gaudichaudia cynanchoides decemglandulosa Nied. [unknown]
- Gaudichaudia cynanchoides isandra Nied. [unknown]
- Gaudichaudia cynanchoides octoglandulosa Nied. [unknown]
- Gaudichaudia cynanchoides uhdeana Nied. [unknown]
- Gaudichaudia cynanchoides vulgaris Nied. [unknown]
- Gaudichaudia filipendula A.Juss. [unknown]
- Gaudichaudia mucronata A.Juss. [unknown]
- Gaudichaudia podocarpa A.Juss. [unknown]
- Gaudichaudia uhdeana Nied. [unknown]
- Hiraea acuminata ex DC. [unknown]
- Hiraea mucronata ex DC. [unknown]
- Hiraea podocarpa ex DC. [unknown]
Description
Gaudichaudia cynanchoides (also called Cynanchoides Gaudichaudia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in moist, shady areas, and has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Gaudichaudia cynanchoides is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It has attractive flowers and is drought tolerant, making it ideal for areas with low rainfall. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to create a beautiful landscape.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gaudichaudia cynanchoides is white, with a yellow center and five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gaudichaudia cynanchoides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun, and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer or water.
Where to Find Gaudichaudia cynanchoides
Gaudichaudia cynanchoides is native to Central and South America. It is found in moist, shady forests and can be found in parts of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Gaudichaudia cynanchoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gaudichaudia cynanchoides?
Gaudichaudia cynanchoides
What type of plant is Gaudichaudia cynanchoides?
It is a type of succulent.
What is the habitat of Gaudichaudia cynanchoides?
It is found in dry, open areas in Mexico and Central America.
Species in the Gaudichaudia genus
Gaudichaudia albida,
Gaudichaudia andersonii,
Gaudichaudia chasei,
Gaudichaudia congestiflora,
Gaudichaudia cycloptera,
Gaudichaudia cynanchoides,
Gaudichaudia diandra,
Gaudichaudia galeottiana,
Gaudichaudia hexandra,
Gaudichaudia hirtella,
Gaudichaudia implexa,
Gaudichaudia intermixteca,
Gaudichaudia karwinskiana,
Gaudichaudia krusei,
Gaudichaudia macvaughii,
Gaudichaudia mollis,
Gaudichaudia palmeri,
Gaudichaudia subverticillata,
Gaudichaudia symplecta,
Gaudichaudia synoptera,
Gaudichaudia zygoptera,
Species in the Malpighiaceae family
Acmanthera cowanii,
Acmanthera duckei,
Acmanthera fernandesii,
Acmanthera latifolia,
Acmanthera longifolia,
Acmanthera minima,
Acmanthera parviflora,
Acridocarpus adenophorus,
Acridocarpus alopecurus,
Acridocarpus alternifolius,
Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus,
Acridocarpus ballyi,
Acridocarpus camerunensis,
Acridocarpus chevalieri,
Acridocarpus chloropterus,
Acridocarpus congestus,
Acridocarpus congolensis,
Acridocarpus excelsus,
Acridocarpus glaucescens,
Acridocarpus hirundo,
Acridocarpus humbertii,
Acridocarpus humblotii,
Acridocarpus katangensis,
Acridocarpus ledermannii,
Acridocarpus longifolius,
Acridocarpus macrocalyx,
Acridocarpus mayumbensis,
Acridocarpus monodii,
Acridocarpus natalitius,
Acridocarpus oppositifolius,
Acridocarpus orientalis,
Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus,
Acridocarpus perrieri,
Acridocarpus plagiopterus,
Acridocarpus prasinus,
Acridocarpus scheffleri,
Acridocarpus smeathmannii,
Acridocarpus socotranus,
Acridocarpus spectabilis,
Acridocarpus staudtii,
Acridocarpus ugandensis,
Acridocarpus vanderystii,
Acridocarpus vivy,
Acridocarpus zanzibaricus,
Adelphia hiraea,
Adelphia macrophylla,
Adelphia mirabilis,
Adelphia platyrachis,
Aenigmatanthera doniana,
Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,