Description
Gonolobus tingens (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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gonolobus tingens 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gonolobus tingens 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 tingens
Gonolobus tingens 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.