Status:
valid
Authors:
(Chodat) J.F.B.Pastore
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Novon 22: 305 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318452
Common Names
- Gymnospora blanchetii
- Blanchetii Gymnospora
- Gymnospora Blanchetii
Description
Gymnospora blanchetii (also called Gymnospora blanchetii, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and is typically found growing on trees. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Gymnospora blanchetii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gymnospora blanchetii is a small, yellow-greenish color with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gymnospora blanchetii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.
Where to Find Gymnospora blanchetii
Gymnospora blanchetii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Gymnospora blanchetii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gymnospora blanchetii?
Gymnospora blanchetii
What is the common name of Gymnospora blanchetii?
Blanchet's Gymnospora
Where is Gymnospora blanchetii found?
Gymnospora blanchetii is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America
Species in the Gymnospora genus
Species in the Polygalaceae family
Acanthocladus brasiliensis,
Acanthocladus guayaquilensis,
Acanthocladus moyanoi,
Acanthocladus scleroxylon,
Acanthocladus tehuelchum,
Acanthocladus colombianus,
Acanthocladus dukei,
Acanthocladus pulcherrimus,
Acanthocladus santosii,
Acanthocladus dichromus,
Ancylotropis insignis,
Ancylotropis malmeana,
Asemeia grandiflora,
Asemeia ignatii,
Asemeia ilheotica,
Asemeia lindmaniana,
Asemeia marquesiana,
Asemeia martiana,
Asemeia monninoides,
Asemeia parietaria,
Asemeia pohliana,
Asemeia rhodoptera,
Asemeia glabra,
Asemeia hirsuta,
Asemeia apopetala,
Asemeia echinosperma,
Asemeia hondurana,
Asemeia securidaca,
Asemeia sphaerospora,
Asemeia tonsa,
Asemeia acuminata,
Asemeia extraaxillaris,
Asemeia galmeri,
Asemeia hebeclada,
Asemeia mollis,
Asemeia monticola,
Asemeia ovata,
Asemeia pseudohebeclada,
Asemeia tobatiensis,
Asemeia violacea,
Asemeia floribunda,
Atroxima afzeliana,
Atroxima liberica,
Badiera cubensis,
Badiera fuertesii,
Badiera oblongata,
Badiera penaea,
Badiera propinqua,
Badiera virgata,
Badiera subrhombifolia,