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Gynura procumbens (variegated)

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Gynura procumbens (variegated)

Family Name: Asteraceae (Compositae)

Name

Family Name
Genus Epithet
Species Epithet
Infraspecific Epithet
Comments

Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Division Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants)
Plant Growth Form Herbaceous Plant
Mode of Nutrition Autotrophic

Description and Ethnobotany

Ethnobotanical Uses Edible Plant Parts : Edible Leaves
Food (Fruit or Vegetable)

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Foliage

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun
Water Preference Moderate Water
Plant Growth Rate Moderate
Propagation Method Stem Cutting

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Others

Master ID 34210
Species ID 8623
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Species record last updated on: 02 November 2022.
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