Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
namaquensis
ID:
769850

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schönland) Oberm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 13: 136 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769183



Common Names

  • Gethyllis Namaquensis
  • Namaqua Gethyllis
  • Gethyllis Lily


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Description

Gethyllis namaquensis (also called 'Namaqualand Gethyllis', among many other common names) is a succulent plant that grows up to 8 inches tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. The leaves are thick and fleshy and the flowers are small and white with pinkish-purple stripes. The fruits are small, yellowish-brown capsules.

Uses & Benefits

Gethyllis namaquensis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gethyllis namaquensis has white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gethyllis namaquensis is a hardy, evergreen perennial that grows in clumps. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Gethyllis namaquensis

Gethyllis namaquensis can be found in the Northern Cape and Western Cape provinces of South Africa.

Gethyllis namaquensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gethyllis namaquensis?

Gethyllis namaquensis

What is the common name of Gethyllis namaquensis?

Namaqualand Gethyllis

Where is Gethyllis namaquensis found?

South Africa

Species in the Gethyllis genus

Gethyllis afra, Gethyllis barkerae, Gethyllis britteniana, Gethyllis campanulata, Gethyllis cavidens, Gethyllis ciliaris, Gethyllis fimbriatula, Gethyllis grandiflora, Gethyllis gregoriana, Gethyllis hallii, Gethyllis heinzeana, Gethyllis kaapensis, Gethyllis lanuginosa, Gethyllis lata, Gethyllis latifolia, Gethyllis linearis, Gethyllis longistyla, Gethyllis marginata, Gethyllis namaquensis, Gethyllis oligophylla, Gethyllis oliverorum, Gethyllis pectinata, Gethyllis roggeveldensis, Gethyllis setosa, Gethyllis spiralis, Gethyllis transkarooica, Gethyllis uteana, Gethyllis verrucosa, Gethyllis verticillata, Gethyllis villosa, Gethyllis cavidens, Gethyllis fimbriatula, Gethyllis grandiflora, Gethyllis gregoriana, Gethyllis hallii, Gethyllis heinzeana, Gethyllis kaapensis, Gethyllis oligophylla, Gethyllis oliverorum, Gethyllis pectinata, Gethyllis roggeveldensis, Gethyllis transkarooica, Gethyllis uteana, Gethyllis verticillata,

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-307926: Based on the initial data import
Selmar Schonland (1860-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schönland' in the authors string.
Anna Amelia Obermeyer (1907-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oberm.' in the authors string.