Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
hupehensis
ID:
1043675

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Y.Hu) Razafim. & B.Bremer

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 33: 291 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001043013

Common Names

  • Gynochthodes
  • Hupehensis
  • Gynochthodes hupehensis

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Description

Gynochthodes hupehensis (also called Hupeh Gynochthodes, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Hupeh Province, China. It is a small, bushy plant with small, rounded leaves that grow in a fan-like pattern. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in forested areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gynochthodes hupehensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gynochthodes hupehensis is white and has five petals. The seed is small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynochthodes hupehensis can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Division is best done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Gynochthodes hupehensis

Gynochthodes hupehensis is native to China. 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

Shiu-Ying Hu (1910-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Y.Hu' 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.