Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
canthoides
ID:
1043653

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Razafim. & B.Bremer

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 33: 288 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042991

Common Names

  • Gynochthodes canthoides
  • Canthoides Gynochthodes
  • Canthoides' Gynochthodes

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Description

Gynochthodes canthoides (also called Canthoid Gynochthodes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small shrub native to Australia and grows in open forests and woodlands. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Gynochthodes canthoides is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gynochthodes canthoides has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynochthodes canthoides is a tropical shrub found in Central and South Africa. It is a fast-growing species that can reach heights of up to 3 meters. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be planted in a warm, moist, and well-drained soil. The cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a warm, moist, and well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Gynochthodes canthoides

Gynochthodes canthoides is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be found in moist and shaded areas of forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Species in the Gynochthodes genus

Gynochthodes motleyi, Gynochthodes polillensis, Gynochthodes sessilis, Gynochthodes oresbia, Gynochthodes australiensis, Gynochthodes coriacea, Gynochthodes epiphytica, Gynochthodes lenticellata, Gynochthodes macrophylla, Gynochthodes mindanaensis, Gynochthodes nigra, Gynochthodes oligantha, Gynochthodes philippinensis, Gynochthodes proboscidea, Gynochthodes puberula, Gynochthodes pubifolia, Gynochthodes verticillata, Gynochthodes retusa, Gynochthodes ammitia, Gynochthodes artensis, Gynochthodes badia, Gynochthodes bartlingii, Gynochthodes billardierei, Gynochthodes brevipes, Gynochthodes bucidifolia, Gynochthodes calciphila, Gynochthodes callicarpifolia, Gynochthodes candollei, Gynochthodes canthoides, Gynochthodes celebica, Gynochthodes cinnamomifoliata, Gynochthodes citrina, Gynochthodes cochinchinensis, Gynochthodes collina, Gynochthodes constipata, Gynochthodes costata, Gynochthodes decipiens, Gynochthodes deplanchei, Gynochthodes elliptifolia, Gynochthodes elmeri, Gynochthodes gjellerupii, Gynochthodes glaucescens, Gynochthodes glomerata, Gynochthodes grayi, Gynochthodes hainanensis, Gynochthodes hirtella, Gynochthodes hispida, Gynochthodes hollrungiana, Gynochthodes howiana, Gynochthodes hupehensis,

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

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.
Sylvain G. Razafimandimbison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Razafim.' in the authors string.