Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
swynnertonii
ID:
706435

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) Goyder & Nicholas

Source:
cmp

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 56: 810 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000705768

Common Names

  • Gomphocarpus swynnertonii
  • Gomphocarpus Swynnertonii
  • Gomphocarpus Swynnertonii Plant

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Synonyms

  • Asclepias nyikana Schltr. [unknown]
  • Asclepias swynnertonii S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Gomphocarpus swynnertonii (also called Swynnerton's Milkweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has a distinctively shaped seed pod that is covered in soft hairs and has a curved shape. The plant has small white flowers and long, thin, pointed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Gomphocarpus swynnertonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gomphocarpus swynnertonii 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 swynnertonii 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 swynnertonii

Gomphocarpus swynnertonii is native to grassland and scrubland in Ethiopia.

Gomphocarpus swynnertonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gomphocarpus swynnertonii?

Gomphocarpus swynnertonii

What type of plant is Gomphocarpus swynnertonii?

A flowering plant

Where is Gomphocarpus swynnertonii found?

It is found in East Africa

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-2828890: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
David John Goyder (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goyder' in the authors string.
Ashley Nicholas (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nicholas' in the authors string.