Gonocarpus nodulosus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nodulosus
ID:
707338
Status:
valid
Authors:
Nees
Source:
cmp
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 1: 158 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706671
Common Names
- Gonocarpus nodulosus
- Nodulosus Gonocarpus
- Nodulosus' Gonocarpus
Searching for Gonocarpus nodulosus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gonocarpus nodulosus (also called Nodding Raspwort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It has glossy, dark green, leathery leaves that are angularly lobed. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and along the edges of rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Gonocarpus nodulosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, white, 5-petalled flowers. Seed: Small, black, oval-shaped seeds. Seedlings: Young seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Searching for Gonocarpus nodulosus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gonocarpus nodulosus 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 nodulosus
Gonocarpus nodulosus 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 nodulosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gonocarpus nodulosus?
Gonocarpus nodulosus
What is the common name of Gonocarpus nodulosus?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Gonocarpus nodulosus?
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-2829858: Based on the initial data import
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.