Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
setosa
ID:
769861

Status:
valid

Authors:
Marloth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
S. African Gard. 21: 40 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769194



Common Names

  • Gethyllis Setosa
  • Hairy Gethyllis
  • Gethyllis Lily


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Description

Gethyllis setosa (also called 'Hairy 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 setosa is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used to make traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gethyllis setosa is a white to pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with six petals. Its seeds are round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gethyllis setosa can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Gethyllis setosa

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

Gethyllis setosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gethyllis setosa?

Gethyllis setosa

What is the common name of Gethyllis setosa?

Bristly Gethyllis

Where is Gethyllis setosa 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-307936: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Marloth (1855-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marloth' in the authors string.