Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
leptothecus
ID:
707330

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Orchard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Bull. Auckland Inst. Mus. 10: 226 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706663

Common Names

  • Leptothecus Gonocarpus
  • Gonocarpus Leptothecus
  • Gonocarpus leptothecus

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Description

Gonocarpus leptothecus (also called slender gonocarpus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It has a bushy, upright shape and can reach up to 1 m in height. Its leaves are lance-shaped, and its flowers are small and yellow. It grows in sunny, dry areas, such as heaths and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gonocarpus leptothecus is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, 5-petalled flowers. Seed: Small, black, oval-shaped seeds. Seedlings: Young seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gonocarpus leptothecus is a tropical evergreen shrub that can grow up to 2 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger containers.

Where to Find Gonocarpus leptothecus

Gonocarpus leptothecus 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 leptothecus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gonocarpus leptothecus?

Gonocarpus leptothecus

What is the common name of Gonocarpus leptothecus?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Gonocarpus leptothecus?

It is native to tropical Asia

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-2829850: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Anthony Edward Orchard (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orchard' in the authors string.