Griffinia alba - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alba
ID:
769927
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.D.Preuss & Meerow
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Novon 10: 320 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769260
Common Names
- Griffinia Alba
- White Griffinia
- Griffinia Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Griffinia alba (also called Griffinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to Brazil, and it is found in wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Griffinia alba 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
Griffinia alba has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Griffinia alba 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 Griffinia alba
Griffinia alba can be found in the Northern and Central Chile, and Argentina.
Griffinia alba FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Griffinia alba?
Griffinia alba prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
What is the ideal light for Griffinia alba?
Griffinia alba prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the ideal soil for Griffinia alba?
Griffinia alba prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Species in the Griffinia genus
Griffinia alba, Griffinia aracensis, Griffinia arifolia, Griffinia colatinensis, Griffinia concinna, Griffinia espiritensis, Griffinia gardneriana, Griffinia hyacinthina, Griffinia ilheusiana, Griffinia intermedia, Griffinia itambensis, Griffinia liboniana, Griffinia mucurina, Griffinia nocturna, Griffinia ornata, Griffinia parviflora, Griffinia paubrasilica, Griffinia rochae, Griffinia rostrata, Griffinia angustifolia, Griffinia capixabae, Griffinia meerowiana,
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-308005: Based on the initial data import
Alan W. Meerow (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meerow' in the authors string.
Kevin D. Preuss: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.D.Preuss' in the authors string.