Gonystylus nervosus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nervosus
ID:
707906
Status:
valid
Authors:
Airy Shaw
Source:
cmp
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 17: 452 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000707239
Common Names
- Gonystylus nervosus
- Nervosus Gonystylus
- Nervosus' Gonystylus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gonystylus nervosus (also called Nervous 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 nervosus 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 nervosus 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 nervosus 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 nervosus
Gonystylus nervosus 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 nervosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gonystylus nervosus?
Gonystylus nervosus
What is the common name of Gonystylus nervosus?
Nerve Rattan
Where is Gonystylus nervosus found?
Southeast Asia
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-2830417: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.