Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
tenuisepalus
ID:
707716

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krings

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Sida 20: 105 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000707049

Common Names

  • Gonolobus tenuisepalus
  • Slender-sepaled Raspwort
  • Slender-sepaled Raspweed

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Description

Gonolobus tenuisepalus (also called Slender-sepal Gonolobus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It has glossy, dark green, leathery leaves that are angularly lobed. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and along the edges of rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Gonolobus tenuisepalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gonolobus tenuisepalus has white to pink flowers with yellowish-brown anthers. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gonolobus tenuisepalus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Gonolobus tenuisepalus

Gonolobus tenuisepalus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, and Brazil.

Gonolobus tenuisepalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gonolobus tenuisepalus?

Gonolobus tenuisepalus

What is the common name of Gonolobus tenuisepalus?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Gonolobus tenuisepalus?

Gonolobus tenuisepalus is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Mexico, Central America, and South America

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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