Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
975019

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 11(2): 14 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000974357



Common Names

  • Gonatogyne brasiliensis
  • Brazilian Gonatogyne
  • Brasilian Gonatogyne


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Description

Gonatogyne brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Gonatogyne, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a spreading crown. It is native to Brazil and is found in tropical forests and woodlands. It has oblong-lanceolate leaves and small yellowish-white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Gonatogyne brasiliensis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source and for its oil content.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gonatogyne brasiliensis is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gonatogyne brasiliensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer, or by seed in spring or autumn. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny spot and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Gonatogyne brasiliensis

Gonatogyne brasiliensis can be found in the Brazilian states of Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo.

Species in the Gonatogyne genus

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-91518: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.