Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
filiformis
ID:
706319

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Mey.) D.Dietr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. 2: 900 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000705652

Common Names

  • Gomphocarpus filiformis
  • Thread-like Gomphocarpus
  • Gomphandra oblongifolia var. filiformis

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Synonyms

  • Asclepias buchenaviana Schinz [unknown]
  • Asclepias filiformis (E.Mey.) Kuntze [illegitimate]
  • Asclepias flagellaris Bolus ex Schltr. [unknown]
  • Lagarinthus filiformis E.Mey. [unknown]

Description

Gomphocarpus filiformis (also called Gomphocarpus filiformis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a thick, woody stem and long, narrow leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as near streams and in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Gomphocarpus filiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, fever, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gomphocarpus filiformis has small, white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gomphocarpus filiformis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is also tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including clay and sandy soils. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Gomphocarpus filiformis

Gomphocarpus filiformis is found in grassland and scrubland in Ethiopia.

Gomphocarpus filiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gomphocarpus filiformis?

Gomphocarpus filiformis

What is the common name of Gomphocarpus filiformis?

Thread-Leaved Milkweed

What is the natural habitat of Gomphocarpus filiformis?

Grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2828784: Based on the initial data import
David Nathaniel Friedrich Dietrich (1799-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Dietr.' in the authors string.
Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.