Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
elatus
ID:
707314

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Cunn. ex Fenzl) Orchard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Bull. Auckland Inst. Mus. 10: 219 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706647

Common Names

  • Elatus Gonocarpus
  • Gonocarpus Elatus
  • Gonocarpus elatus

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Synonyms

  • Haloragis elata A.Cunn. ex Fenzl [unknown]
  • Haloragis tenuis Schindl. [unknown]

Description

Gonocarpus elatus (also called Waterwort, and many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a single stem that can reach up to 1 meter in height and is covered in small, white flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including wetlands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gonocarpus elatus 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 elatus 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 elatus

Gonocarpus elatus 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 elatus FAQ

What is the common name of Gonocarpus elatus?

Erect Gonocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Gonocarpus elatus?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

What is the scientific classification of Gonocarpus elatus?

Kingdom: Plantae; Order: Gentianales; Family: Haloragaceae; Genus: Gonocarpus

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-2829835: Based on the initial data import
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.
Anthony Edward Orchard (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orchard' in the authors string.
Eduard Fenzl (1808-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fenzl' in the authors string.