Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
ancorifer
ID:
1272616

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.D.Stevens

Source:
tro

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 224 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001271954

Common Names

  • Gonolobus Ancorifer
  • Hook-bearing Gonolobus
  • Hook-bearing Milkweed

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Description

Gonolobus ancorifer (also called 'Anchor-Bearing Gonolobus', among many other common names) is a species of tropical plant found in the Americas. It is a large, evergreen shrub with glossy, green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Central and South America, and is commonly found in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and jungles.

Uses & Benefits

Gonolobus ancorifer is a species of plant that is used in traditional African medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gonolobus ancorifer has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gonolobus ancorifer is a fast-growing, easy-to-care-for houseplant. It can be propagated through stem cuttings or division. To propagate through stem cuttings, cut a stem just below a node and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a pot filled with moist soil and keep it in a warm, humid environment. To propagate through division, carefully separate the plant into two or more parts and replant each part in a separate pot. Water regularly and keep in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Gonolobus ancorifer

Gonolobus ancorifer is native to South America and can be found in moist woodlands.

Gonolobus ancorifer FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gonolobus ancorifer?

Gonolobus ancorifer

What is the family of Gonolobus ancorifer?

Apocynaceae

What is the common name of Gonolobus ancorifer?

Anchor-Bearing Gonolobus

Species in the Gonolobus genus

Gonolobus absalonensis, Gonolobus dussii, Gonolobus iyanolensis, Gonolobus waitukubuliensis, Gonolobus youroumaynensis, Gonolobus albiflorus, Gonolobus albomarginatus, Gonolobus ancoriferus, Gonolobus antennatus, Gonolobus antioquensis, Gonolobus aristolochiifolius, Gonolobus aristolochioides, Gonolobus arizonicus, Gonolobus asper, Gonolobus asterias, Gonolobus bakeri, Gonolobus barbatus, Gonolobus bifidus, Gonolobus breedlovei, Gonolobus calycosus, Gonolobus campii, Gonolobus caucanus, Gonolobus cearensis, Gonolobus chiapensis, Gonolobus chiriquensis, Gonolobus chloranthus, Gonolobus colombianus, Gonolobus croceus, Gonolobus cteniophorus, Gonolobus cuajayote, Gonolobus dasystephanus, Gonolobus dorothyanus, Gonolobus edulis, Gonolobus erianthus, Gonolobus eriocladon, Gonolobus exannulatus, Gonolobus farenholtzii, Gonolobus fimbriatiflorus, Gonolobus floribundus, Gonolobus fraternus, Gonolobus fuscoviolaceus, Gonolobus fuscus, Gonolobus germanianus, Gonolobus glaberrimus, Gonolobus gonocarpos, Gonolobus grandiflorus, Gonolobus grayumii, Gonolobus hadrostemma, Gonolobus hammelii, Gonolobus haussknechtii,

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,

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