Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
obtusa
ID:
836300

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eman. & Razafim.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Novon 17: 421 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835635

Common Names

  • Gyrostipula obtusa
  • Obtusa Gyrostipula
  • Obtusa

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Description

Gyrostipula obtusa (also called Obtuse Gyrostipula, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has an upright habit and produces small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Gyrostipula obtusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, headaches, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gyrostipula obtusa is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gyrostipula obtusa is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Central and South America. It is a warm-growing species that prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seed should be sown on a well-drained, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Gyrostipula obtusa

Gyrostipula obtusa is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of India.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-372872: Based on the initial data import
Sylvain G. Razafimandimbison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Razafim.' in the authors string.
Erik Emanuelsson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eman.' in the authors string.