Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
miersioides
ID:
1412413

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) M.F.Fay & Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:58. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424878



Common Names

  • Gilliesia Miersioides
  • Miersioides Gilliesia
  • Gilliesia


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Description

Gilliesia miersioides (also called Miers' Gilliesia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces a single flower with a yellowish-green hue. It is found in wet, tropical forests, growing in moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Gilliesia miersioides is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Gilliesia miersioides flower is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gilliesia miersioides is a shrub native to Colombia. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Gilliesia miersioides

Gilliesia miersioides can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Gilliesia miersioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gilliesia miersioides?

Gilliesia miersioides

What is the common name of Gilliesia miersioides?

Miers' Gilliesia

Where is Gilliesia miersioides found?

South America

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

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Michael F. Fay (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.F.Fay' in the authors string.