Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Onira 4(6): 23 (2000).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769213
Common Names
- Gilliesia Nahuelbutae
- Nahuelbuta Gilliesia
- Gilliesia Lily
Description
Gilliesia nahuelbutae (also called Gilliesia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to Argentina and Chile, and it is found in wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gilliesia nahuelbutae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gilliesia nahuelbutae has small yellow flowers that appear in the spring. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gilliesia nahuelbutae is a shrub native to South Africa. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sunny spot with well-drained soil.
Where to Find Gilliesia nahuelbutae
Gilliesia nahuelbutae can be found in the Northern and Central Chile, and Argentina.
Gilliesia nahuelbutae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gilliesia nahuelbutae?
Gilliesia nahuelbutae
What is the common name of Gilliesia nahuelbutae?
Nahuelbuta Gilliesia
Where is Gilliesia nahuelbutae found?
South America
Species in the Gilliesia genus
Gilliesia curicana,
Gilliesia graminea,
Gilliesia monophylla,
Gilliesia montana,
Gilliesia nahuelbutae,
Gilliesia dimera,
Gilliesia isopetala,
Gilliesia miersioides,
Gilliesia cuspidata,
Gilliesia brevicoalita,
Gilliesia atropurpurea,
Gilliesia curacavina,
Gilliesia attenuata,
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,