Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Species:
chamaecyparis
ID:
713851

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Poiss.) L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 6: 83 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713184

Common Names

  • Gymnostoma chamaecyparis
  • Chamaecyparis Gymnostoma
  • Chamaecyparid Gymnostoma

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Synonyms

  • Casuarina chamaecyparis J.Poiss. [unknown]

Description

Gymnostoma chamaecyparis (also called Cypress Rice Flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 6 m tall. It is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, scrub, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnostoma chamaecyparis is used as an ornamental plant, as a hedge, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnostoma chamaecyparis has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnostoma chamaecyparis can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by division, divide the plant in early spring and replant in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and fertilize regularly.

Where to Find Gymnostoma chamaecyparis

Gymnostoma chamaecyparis is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

Gymnostoma chamaecyparis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnostoma chamaecyparis?

Gymnostoma chamaecyparis

What is the common name of Gymnostoma chamaecyparis?

Chamaecyparis Gymnostoma

What is the natural habitat of Gymnostoma chamaecyparis?

Gymnostoma chamaecyparis is native to China and Japan

Species in the Casuarinaceae family

Allocasuarina hystricosa, Allocasuarina acuaria, Allocasuarina acutivalvis, Allocasuarina brachystachya, Allocasuarina campestris, Allocasuarina corniculata, Allocasuarina crassa, Allocasuarina decaisneana, Allocasuarina decussata, Allocasuarina defungens, Allocasuarina dielsiana, Allocasuarina diminuta, Allocasuarina distyla, Allocasuarina drummondiana, Allocasuarina duncanii, Allocasuarina eriochlamys, Allocasuarina fibrosa, Allocasuarina filidens, Allocasuarina fraseriana, Allocasuarina glareicola, Allocasuarina globosa, Allocasuarina grampiana, Allocasuarina grevilleoides, Allocasuarina gymnanthera, Allocasuarina helmsii, Allocasuarina huegeliana, Allocasuarina humilis, Allocasuarina inophloia, Allocasuarina lehmanniana, Allocasuarina littoralis, Allocasuarina luehmannii, Allocasuarina mackliniana, Allocasuarina media, Allocasuarina microstachya, Allocasuarina misera, Allocasuarina monilifera, Allocasuarina muelleriana, Allocasuarina nana, Allocasuarina ophiolitica, Allocasuarina paludosa, Allocasuarina paradoxa, Allocasuarina pinaster, Allocasuarina portuensis, Allocasuarina pusilla, Allocasuarina ramosissima, Allocasuarina rigida, Allocasuarina robusta, Allocasuarina rupicola, Allocasuarina scleroclada, Allocasuarina simulans,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2836343: Based on the initial data import
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
Jules Poisson (1833-1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Poiss.' in the authors string.