Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
sanguineus
ID:
707350

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr. & L.M.Perry) Orchard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Bull. Auckland Inst. Mus. 10: 185 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706683

Common Names

  • Raspwort
  • Bloodwort
  • Crow's Foot

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Description

Gonocarpus sanguineus (also called Blood-red Raspwort, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with a woody base and small, white flowers. It is native to Australia and New Zealand and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gonocarpus sanguineus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gonocarpus sanguineus can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require warm temperatures and bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Gonocarpus sanguineus

Gonocarpus sanguineus is native to Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands.

Gonocarpus sanguineus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gonocarpus sanguineus?

Gonocarpus sanguineus

What is the common name of Gonocarpus sanguineus?

Sanguineus

What is the family of Gonocarpus sanguineus?

Haloragaceae

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-2829869: Based on the initial data import
Anthony Edward Orchard (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orchard' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.