Status:
valid
Authors:
Hemsl.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 54(Suppl. 2): 21 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086378
Common Names
- Gynura sechellensis
- Seychelles Gynura
- Curry Plant
Synonyms
- Senecio sechellensis Baker [unknown]
Description
Gynura sechellensis (also called Gynura pseudochina, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Seychelles Islands, where it grows in dry, open habitats. It is a perennial herb with a woody stem, growing up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, measuring up to 8 cm long and 4 cm wide. The flowers are yellowish-green and measure up to 2 cm in diameter.
Uses & Benefits
Gynura sechellensis is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its ability to attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gynura sechellensis is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gynura sechellensis is a tropical plant native to the Seychelles. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment with plenty of bright indirect sunlight. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and watered regularly. Fertilize the plant every few weeks during the growing season to promote healthy growth.
Where to Find Gynura sechellensis
Gynura sechellensis is native to the Seychelles and can be found in tropical forests.
Gynura sechellensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gynura sechellensis?
Gynura sechellensis
What is the common name of Gynura sechellensis?
Seychelles Gynura
What is the natural habitat of Gynura sechellensis?
It is found in dry meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Gynura genus
Gynura cusimbua,
Gynura hmopaengensis,
Gynura bicolor,
Gynura emeiensis,
Gynura procumbens,
Gynura japonica,
Gynura papillosa,
Gynura grandifolia,
Gynura zeylanica,
Gynura malaccensis,
Gynura valeriana,
Gynura drymophila,
Gynura proschii,
Gynura albicaulis,
Gynura scandens,
Gynura elberti,
Gynura abbreviata,
Gynura vidaliana,
Gynura aurantiaca,
Gynura longifolia,
Gynura micheliana,
Gynura sundaiaca,
Gynura fulva,
Gynura formosana,
Gynura panershenia,
Gynura integrifolia,
Gynura rubiginosa,
Gynura molleri,
Gynura travancorica,
Gynura colorata,
Gynura nepalensis,
Gynura rubiginosa,
Gynura barbareifolia,
Gynura travancorica,
Gynura batorensis,
Gynura colaniae,
Gynura amplexicaulis,
Gynura steenisii,
Gynura pseudochina,
Gynura sechellensis,
Gynura annamensis,
Gynura brassii,
Gynura calciphila,
Gynura hispida,
Gynura truncata,
Gynura nitida,
Gynura elliptica,
Gynura divaricata,
Gynura campanulata,
Gynura carnosula,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,