Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
ovatifolium
ID:
713463

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
cmp

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 48: 84 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712796



Common Names

  • Gymnopodium
  • Fernbush
  • Fernleaf


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Description

Gymnopodium ovatifolium (also called oval-leaved boxthorn, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 3 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia, and is widely naturalized elsewhere. It grows in dry open habitats, such as scrub, woodland, and grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnopodium ovatifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnopodium ovatifolium has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnopodium ovatifolium is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be pruned to shape in late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Gymnopodium ovatifolium

Gymnopodium ovatifolium can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Gymnopodium ovatifolium FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Gymnopodium ovatifolium?

Gymnopodium ovatifolium is native to South Africa.

What type of soil does Gymnopodium ovatifolium prefer?

Gymnopodium ovatifolium prefers well-draining, sandy soil.

How much water does Gymnopodium ovatifolium need?

Gymnopodium ovatifolium needs moderate amounts of water.

Species in the Gymnopodium genus

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2835980: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.