Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
caribensis
ID:
714511

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pittier

Source:
cmp

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Contr. Fl. Venez. : 18 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713844



Common Names

  • Gyranthera caribensis
  • Caribbean Gyranthera
  • Carib Gyranthera


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Description

Gyranthera caribensis (also called Caribbean Gyranthera, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous perennial plant with white flowers that is native to the Caribbean. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Gyranthera caribensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gyranthera caribensis are white, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a small, black, oblong nut. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gyranthera caribensis can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall. It can also be propagated from seed, but it takes several years for the plants to reach maturity.

Where to Find Gyranthera caribensis

Gyranthera caribensis can be found in the Caribbean.

Gyranthera caribensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gyranthera caribensis?

Gyranthera caribensis

What is the common name of Gyranthera caribensis?

Caribbean Gyranthera

Where does Gyranthera caribensis grow?

Gyranthera caribensis is native to the Caribbean region

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,

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