Griffinia rochae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rochae
ID:
769954
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.M.Morel
Source:
wcs
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Baileya viii. 133 (1961); et in Baileya, ix. 28 (1961).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769287
Common Names
- Griffinia Rochae
- Rochae Griffinia
- Griffinia Rochae Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Griffinia rochae (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 rochae is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used to make traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Griffinia rochae has small white flowers that appear in the spring. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Griffinia rochae 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 rochae
Griffinia rochae is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.
Griffinia rochae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Griffinia rochae?
Griffinia rochae
What is the common name of Griffinia rochae?
Rocha's Lily
What is the natural habitat of Griffinia rochae?
Griffinia rochae is found in dry grassland and rocky areas in Brazil
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-308031: Based on the initial data import
Georges Morel (1916-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.M.Morel' in the authors string.