Gonystylus acuminatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminatus
ID:
707878
Status:
valid
Authors:
Airy Shaw
Source:
cmp
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 7: 74 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000707211
Common Names
- Gonystylus acuminatus
- Acuminate Rattan
- Acuminate Rattan Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gonystylus acuminatus (also called Acuminate Rattan, among many other common names) is a perennial woody vine native to Southeast Asia. It is a climbing plant with long, thin stems and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas and is often used as a ground cover in gardens.
Uses & Benefits
Gonystylus acuminatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gonystylus acuminatus is a small, yellowish-white flower with a short, curved corolla tube. The seed is a small, hard nut, and the seedlings are small, brownish-green seedlings with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gonystylus acuminatus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Gonystylus acuminatus
Gonystylus acuminatus is native to Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It is found in moist forests, thickets, and grasslands, at elevations of up to 1,500 m.
Gonystylus acuminatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gonystylus acuminatus?
Gonystylus acuminatus
What is the family of Gonystylus acuminatus?
Thymelaeaceae
What is the common name of Gonystylus acuminatus?
Acuminate rattan
Species in the Gonystylus genus
Gonystylus acuminatus, Gonystylus affinis, Gonystylus areolatus, Gonystylus augescens, Gonystylus bancanus, Gonystylus borneensis, Gonystylus brunnescens, Gonystylus calophylloides, Gonystylus calophyllus, Gonystylus confusus, Gonystylus consanguineus, Gonystylus costalis, Gonystylus decipiens, Gonystylus eximius, Gonystylus forbesii, Gonystylus glaucescens, Gonystylus keithii, Gonystylus lucidulus, Gonystylus macrocarpus, Gonystylus macrophyllus, Gonystylus maingayi, Gonystylus micranthus, Gonystylus nervosus, Gonystylus nobilis, Gonystylus othmanii, Gonystylus pendulus, Gonystylus punctatus, Gonystylus reticulatus, Gonystylus spectabilis, Gonystylus stenosepalus, Gonystylus velutinus, Gonystylus xylocarpus,
Species in the Thymelaeaceae family
Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2830391: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.