Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monosperma
ID:
696312

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Krapov.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 24: 205 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695645



Common Names

  • Gaya monosperma
  • Monosperma Gaya
  • Gaya Monosperma


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Description

Gaya monosperma (also called One-seeded Gaya, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height and has a spreading canopy. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, glossy green, and measure up to 5 cm in length. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gaya monosperma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gaya monosperma is yellow and tubular with four petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and long with a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaya monosperma is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Gaya monosperma

Gaya monosperma is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central and South America. It can be found in moist woodlands, bogs, and other wet areas.

Gaya monosperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaya monosperma?

Gaya monosperma

What is the common name of Gaya monosperma?

One-Seeded Gaya

What is the natural habitat of Gaya monosperma?

Tropical Andes of Colombia

Species in the Gaya genus

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2818294: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Antonio Krapovickas (1921-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krapov.' in the authors string.