Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
benthamii
ID:
707304

Status:
valid

Authors:
Orchard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Bull. Auckland Inst. Mus. 10: 228 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706637

Common Names

  • Benthamii Gonocarpus
  • Gonocarpus Benthamii
  • Gonocarpus benthamii

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Synonyms

  • Haloragis rotundifolia Benth. [unknown]

Description

Gonocarpus benthamii (also called Bentham's Gonocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Annonaceae family. It is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 m tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 15 cm. It is native to India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. It is found in evergreen forests, at elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Gonocarpus benthamii is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gonocarpus benthamii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gonocarpus benthamii is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate some frost. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Gonocarpus benthamii

Gonocarpus benthamii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay.

Gonocarpus benthamii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gonocarpus benthamii?

Gonocarpus benthamii

What type of plant is Gonocarpus benthamii?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the growth habit of Gonocarpus benthamii?

Upright, clumping

Species in the Gonocarpus genus

Species in the Haloragaceae family

Glischrocaryon angustifolium, Glischrocaryon aureum, Glischrocaryon behrii, Glischrocaryon flavescens, Glischrocaryon roei, Glischrocaryon glandulosum, Glischrocaryon monospermum, Glischrocaryon gibsonii, Glischrocaryon racemosum, Glischrocaryon baeuerlenii, Glischrocaryon lucasii, Gonocarpus acanthocarpus, Gonocarpus aggregatus, Gonocarpus benthamii, Gonocarpus chinensis, Gonocarpus confertifolius, Gonocarpus cordiger, Gonocarpus diffusus, Gonocarpus effusus, Gonocarpus elatus, Gonocarpus ephemerus, Gonocarpus eremophilus, Gonocarpus ericifolius, Gonocarpus halconensis, Gonocarpus hirtus, Gonocarpus hispidus, Gonocarpus humilis, Gonocarpus implexus, Gonocarpus incanus, Gonocarpus intricatus, Gonocarpus leptothecus, Gonocarpus longifolius, Gonocarpus mezianus, Gonocarpus micranthus, Gonocarpus montanus, Gonocarpus nodulosus, Gonocarpus oreophilus, Gonocarpus paniculatus, Gonocarpus philippinensis, Gonocarpus pithyoides, Gonocarpus pusillus, Gonocarpus pycnostachyus, Gonocarpus rudis, Gonocarpus salsoloides, Gonocarpus sanguineus, Gonocarpus scordioides, Gonocarpus serpyllifolius, Gonocarpus simplex, Gonocarpus tetragynus, Gonocarpus teucrioides,

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