Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
aracensis
ID:
769928

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 34: 82 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769261



Common Names

  • Griffinia Aracensis
  • Aracena Griffinia
  • Griffinia Lily


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Description

Griffinia aracensis (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 aracensis 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 aracensis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Griffinia aracensis 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 aracensis

Griffinia aracensis can be found in the Northern and Central Chile, and Argentina.

Griffinia aracensis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Griffinia aracensis?

Griffinia aracensis prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

What is the ideal light for Griffinia aracensis?

Griffinia aracensis prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal soil for Griffinia aracensis?

Griffinia aracensis prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.

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-308006: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.