Status:
valid
Authors:
Aubrév. & Pellegr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 84: 184 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713170
Common Names
- Gymnostemon zaizou
- Zaizou's Gymnostemon
- Zaizoui's Gymnostemon
Synonyms
- Mannia zaizou Aubrév. [unknown]
Description
Gymnostemon zaizou (also called Zaizou Rice Flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 6 m tall. It is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, scrub, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Gymnostemon zaizou is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gymnostemon zaizou has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gymnostemon zaizou can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by division, divide the plant in early spring and replant in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and fertilize regularly.
Where to Find Gymnostemon zaizou
Gymnostemon zaizou is native to China, Japan, and Korea.
Gymnostemon zaizou FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gymnostemon zaizou?
Gymnostemon zaizou
What type of plant is Gymnostemon zaizou?
It is a shrub
Where is Gymnostemon zaizou native to?
It is native to China
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Brucea mollis,
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Brucea trichotoma,
Castela calcicola,
Castela coccinea,
Castela depressa,
Castela emoryi,
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Castela leonis,
Castela macrophylla,
Castela peninsularis,
Castela polyandra,
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Castela spinosa,
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Eurycoma longifolia,
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Homalolepis arenaria,
Homalolepis cavalcantei,
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Homalolepis docensis,
Homalolepis floribunda,
Homalolepis insignis,
Homalolepis intermedia,