gynuragynura
genusgenusDistinctive tropical plants characterized by their velvety leaves that can display rich purple to deep green coloration. These plants produce small, daisy-like flower clusters and feature unique fuzzy stems that add textural interest.
Etymology
The name 'Gynura' comes from Greek, where 'gyne' means 'female' and 'oura' means 'tail', referring to the elongated, tail-like appearance of the female parts of their flowers.
Interesting fact!
Despite belonging to the same family as daisies and sunflowers, these plants are primarily grown for their striking foliage rather than their flowers, which actually emit a slightly unpleasant scent when blooming.
All species of Gynura
gynuraPseudochina
Purple passion vine, Velvet plant, Royal velvet plant.
gynuraBicolor
Purple passion vine, Velvet plant, Royal velvet plant.
gynuraProcumbens
Longevity spinach, Okinawa spinach, Purple passion vine.
gynuraAurantiaca
Purple passion plant, Velvet plant, Purple velvet plant.
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