Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
gydouwensis
ID:
508453

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) Klak

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 23: 102. 2005.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507785



Common Names

  • Phiambolia gydouwensis
  • Gydouwensis Phiambolia
  • Phiambolia


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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum uncum gydouwense L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Lampranthus uncus gydouwense (L.Bolus) Schwantes [unknown]

Description

Phiambolia gydouwensis (also called broomrape, among many other common names) is a parasitic plant species in the Orobanchaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is typically found in dry grasslands and scrublands. It has a slender stem with yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Phiambolia gydouwensis is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phiambolia gydouwensis has white flowers with a five-lobed corolla. Its seeds are small, round and black in color. Its seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phiambolia gydouwensis can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. Once rooted, the cuttings should be potted up and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Phiambolia gydouwensis

Phiambolia gydouwensis is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Phiambolia gydouwensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phiambolia gydouwensis?

Phiambolia gydouwensis

What is the natural habitat of Phiambolia gydouwensis?

It is native to Greece.

What are the characteristics of Phiambolia gydouwensis?

It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Cornelia Klak (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klak' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000507785: Based on the initial data import