Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
herniarioides
ID:
974917

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 22: 486 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000974255

Common Names

  • Gomphocalyx herniarioides
  • Herniarioides Ironwood
  • Herniarioides Walnut

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Description

Gomphocalyx herniarioides (also called Herniarioides Gomphocalyx, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America, and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Gomphocalyx herniarioides is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gomphocalyx herniarioides are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval leaves and thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gomphocalyx herniarioides is a perennial herb that is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Gomphocalyx herniarioides

Gomphocalyx herniarioides can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Species in the Gomphocalyx genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References