Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
keithii
ID:
707899

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
cmp

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 2: 13 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000707232



Common Names

  • Gonystylus keithii
  • Keith's Rattan
  • Keith's Rattan Vine


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Description

Gonystylus keithii (also called Keith's 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 keithii is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gonystylus keithii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Gonystylus keithii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting medium. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into individual pots and grown on until ready to be planted out.

Where to Find Gonystylus keithii

Gonystylus keithii 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 keithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gonystylus keithii?

Gonystylus keithii

What is the natural habitat of Gonystylus keithii?

Tropical rainforest

What is the distribution of Gonystylus keithii?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

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