Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
chinensis
ID:
707305

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lour.) Orchard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Bull. Auckland Inst. Mus. 10: 207 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706638

Common Names

  • Chinensis Gonocarpus
  • Gonocarpus Chinensis
  • Gonocarpus chinensis

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Synonyms

  • Gaura chinensis Lour. [unknown]
  • Gonocarpus scaber K.D.Koenig [unknown]
  • Haloragis chinensis (Lour.) Merr. [unknown]
  • Haloragis chinensis yapensis Tuyama [unknown]
  • Haloragis scabra Benth. [unknown]
  • Haloragis scabra elongata Schindl. [unknown]
  • Haloragis scabra novoguineensis Valeton [unknown]
  • Haloragis tetragyna micrantha Benth. [unknown]

Description

Gonocarpus chinensis (also called Chinese 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 China and Taiwan. It is found in evergreen forests, at elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gonocarpus chinensis sub. verrucosus (Maid. & Betche) Orchard

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gonocarpus chinensis 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 chinensis 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 chinensis

Gonocarpus chinensis 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 chinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gonocarpus chinensis?

Gonocarpus chinensis

What type of plant is Gonocarpus chinensis?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the growth habit of Gonocarpus chinensis?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2829826: Based on the initial data import
João de Loureiro (1710-1791): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lour.' in the authors string.
Anthony Edward Orchard (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orchard' in the authors string.