Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
rubricaulis
ID:
707027

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cham. & Schltdl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 5: 558 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706360



Common Names

  • Gongylocarpus rubricaulis
  • Rubricaulis Gongylocarpus
  • Rubricaulis


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Description

Gongylocarpus rubricaulis (also called red-stemmed pennywort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist habitats. It grows to a height of 0.5–1 m and has small, ovate leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Gongylocarpus rubricaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gongylocarpus rubricaulis has small, white flowers that are arranged in umbels. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gongylocarpus rubricaulis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C (23°F). It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Gongylocarpus rubricaulis

Gongylocarpus rubricaulis is native to tropical Africa, where it is found in Cameroon, Gabon, and Nigeria.

Gongylocarpus rubricaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gongylocarpus rubricaulis?

Gongylocarpus rubricaulis

What is the common name of Gongylocarpus rubricaulis?

Red-stemmed snakeweed

What is the natural habitat of Gongylocarpus rubricaulis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

Species in the Gongylocarpus genus

Species in the Onagraceae family

Camissonia bolanderi, Camissonia dominguez-escalantorum, Camissonia bairdii, Camissonia benitensis, Camissonia breviflora, Camissonia campestris, Camissonia contorta, Camissonia dentata, Camissonia integrifolia, Camissonia kernensis, Camissonia lacustris, Camissonia ovata, Camissonia parvula, Camissonia pubens, Camissonia pusilla, Camissonia sierrae, Camissonia strigulosa, Camissonia subacaulis, Camissonia tanacetifolia, Camissonia contorta, Camissoniopsis bistorta, Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia, Camissoniopsis confusa, Camissoniopsis guadalupensis, Camissoniopsis hardhamiae, Camissoniopsis hirtella, Camissoniopsis ignota, Camissoniopsis intermedia, Camissoniopsis lewisii, Camissoniopsis luciae, Camissoniopsis micrantha, Camissoniopsis pallida, Camissoniopsis proavita, Camissoniopsis robusta, Chylismia atwoodii, Chylismia confertiflora, Chylismia eastwoodiae, Chylismia exilis, Chylismia megalantha, Chylismia munzii, Chylismia specicola, Chylismia arenaria, Chylismia brevipes, Chylismia cardiophylla, Chylismia claviformis, Chylismia heterochroma, Chylismia parryi, Chylismia scapoidea, Chylismia walkeri, Chylismiella pterosperma,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2829548: Based on the initial data import
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.