Gymnema thorelii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thorelii
ID:
712961
Status:
valid
Authors:
Costantin
Source:
cmp
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 4: 84 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712294
Common Names
- Gymnema
- Periploca of the Woods
- Cowplant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gymnema thorelii (also called Gurmar, among many other common names) is a perennial, woody, climbing shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests and is often found in moist, shady areas. It has long, slender stems with oval-shaped leaves and small, yellowish-white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Gymnema thorelii is used in traditional medicine to treat diabetes, as well as to reduce sugar cravings and suppress appetite. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gymnema thorelii has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Gymnema thorelii can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For stem cuttings, take a cutting from the stem and place it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into a larger pot or into the garden.
Where to Find Gymnema thorelii
Gymnema thorelii can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.
Gymnema thorelii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gymnema thorelii?
Gymnema thorelii
What is the common name of Gymnema thorelii?
Gymnema thorelii
What is the family of Gymnema thorelii?
Asclepiadaceae
Species in the Gymnema genus
Gymnema acuminatum, Gymnema albidum, Gymnema albiflorum, Gymnema calycinum, Gymnema chalmersii, Gymnema cumingii, Gymnema cuspidatum, Gymnema decaisneanum, Gymnema elegans, Gymnema erianthum, Gymnema foetidum, Gymnema glabrum, Gymnema griffithii, Gymnema hainanense, Gymnema inodorum, Gymnema lacei, Gymnema lactiferum, Gymnema latifolium, Gymnema longiretinaculatum, Gymnema lushaiense, Gymnema macranthum, Gymnema macrothyrsa, Gymnema mariae, Gymnema molle, Gymnema montanum, Gymnema piperii, Gymnema recurvifolium, Gymnema rotundatum, Gymnema schlechterianum, Gymnema spirei, Gymnema sylvestre, Gymnema thorelii, Gymnema uncarioides, Gymnema yunnanense, Gymnema indicum, Gymnema syringaefolium, Gymnema lacei,
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-2835460: Based on the initial data import
Julien Noël Costantin (1857-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Costantin' in the authors string.