Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ornata
ID:
769950

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 5: 266 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769283



Common Names

  • Griffinia Ornata
  • Ornata Griffinia
  • Griffinia Ornata Plant


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Description

Griffinia ornata (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 ornata is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used to make traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Griffinia ornata 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 ornata is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Brazil and is found in the Atlantic Forest and Cerrado regions. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and soils. It prefers full sun but can also tolerate partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Griffinia ornata

Griffinia ornata is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.

Griffinia ornata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Griffinia ornata?

Griffinia ornata

What is the common name of Griffinia ornata?

Ornate Lily

What is the natural habitat of Griffinia ornata?

Griffinia ornata is found in dry grassland and rocky areas in Brazil

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-308028: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Moore (1821-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Moore' in the authors string.