Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
parvula
ID:
713845

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Heller

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Muhlenbergia 1: 3 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713178



Common Names

  • Gymnosteris parvula
  • Small Gymnosteris
  • Parvule Gymnosteris


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Synonyms

  • Gilia parvula Rydb. [unknown]
  • Gymnosteris leibergii Brand [unknown]
  • Gymnosteris parvula leibergii (Brand) Wherry [unknown]
  • Gymnosteris rydbergii Tidestr. [unknown]

Description

Gymnosteris parvula (also called Small Rice Flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 6 m tall. It is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, scrub, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnosteris parvula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnosteris parvula has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnosteris parvula can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by division, divide the plant in early spring and replant in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and fertilize regularly.

Where to Find Gymnosteris parvula

Gymnosteris parvula is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Gymnosteris parvula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnosteris parvula?

Gymnosteris parvula

What type of plant is Gymnosteris parvula?

It is an herb

Where is Gymnosteris parvula native to?

It is native to China

Species in the Gymnosteris genus

Species in the Polemoniaceae family

Acanthogilia gloriosa, Aliciella caespitosa, Aliciella formosa, Aliciella haydenii, Aliciella heterostyla, Aliciella humillima, Aliciella hutchinsifolia, Aliciella latifolia, Aliciella leptomeria, Aliciella lottiae, Aliciella mcvickerae, Aliciella micromeria, Aliciella nyensis, Aliciella pentstemonoides, Aliciella pinnatifida, Aliciella ripleyi, Aliciella sedifolia, Aliciella stenothyrsa, Aliciella subacaulis, Aliciella subnuda, Aliciella tenuis, Aliciella triodon, Aliciella monoensis, Aliciella cliffordii, Allophyllum divaricatum, Allophyllum gilioides, Allophyllum glutinosum, Allophyllum integrifolium, Allophyllum nemophilophyllum, Bonplandia geminiflora, Bonplandia linearis, Bryantiella palmeri, Cantua dendritica, Cantua mediamnis, Cantua volcanica, Cantua alutacea, Cantua bicolor, Cantua buxifolia, Cantua candelilla, Cantua coerulea, Cantua cordata, Cantua cuzcoensis, Cantua flexuosa, Cantua glutinosa, Cantua hibrida, Cantua longifolia, Cantua megapotamica, Cantua ovata, Cantua pyrifolia, Cantua quercifolia,

References