Glossochilus burchellii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
burchellii
ID:
704676
Status:
valid
Authors:
Nees
Source:
cmp
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 11: 83 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704009
Common Names
- Glossochilus burchellii
- Burchell's Glossochilus
- Burchellii Glossochilus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Glossochilus burchellii (also called Burchell's Glossochilus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in rocky, dry habitats, and has a globose or hemispherical shape with small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Glossochilus burchellii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for the treatment of various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Glossochilus burchellii is a white or yellowish-white, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark-brown, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, dark-green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Glossochilus burchellii is a small shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings can be taken from the tips of branches and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Glossochilus burchellii
Glossochilus burchellii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.
Glossochilus burchellii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glossochilus burchellii?
Glossochilus burchellii
What type of plant is Glossochilus burchellii?
Perennial herb
Where does Glossochilus burchellii grow?
It is native to South Africa
Species in the Glossochilus genus
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.