Gonystylus stenosepalus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenosepalus
ID:
707917
Status:
valid
Authors:
Airy Shaw
Source:
cmp
Year:
1947
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 2: 9 (1947)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000707250
Common Names
- Gonystylus stenosepalus
- Narrow-sepal Gonystylus
- Narrow-sepal Rattan
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gonystylus stenosepalus (also called Bird's Eye, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean region. It grows in dry, open, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gonystylus stenosepalus 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
Gonystylus stenosepalus has small, white flowers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gonystylus stenosepalus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plants should be grown in a partially shaded area and kept moist.
Where to Find Gonystylus stenosepalus
Gonystylus stenosepalus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
Gonystylus stenosepalus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gonystylus stenosepalus?
Gonystylus stenosepalus
What is the common name of Gonystylus stenosepalus?
Narrow-sepaled Rattan
Where is Gonystylus stenosepalus 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-2830427: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.