Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
galpinii
ID:
764018

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Kativu

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 13: 63 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763351



Common Names

  • Galpin's Chlorophytum
  • Galpin's Spider Plant
  • Galpin's Spiderwort


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Description

Chlorophytum galpinii (also called Galpin's Spider Plant, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with long, narrow, pointed leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chlorophytum galpinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chlorophytum galpinii var. matabelense (Baker) Kativu
Chlorophytum galpinii var. norlindhii (Weim.) Kativu
Chlorophytum galpinii var. galpinii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chlorophytum galpinii is white, with yellow anthers. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chlorophytum galpinii is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to tropical Africa. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings and can be grown in a wide range of soil types. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by division or from stem cuttings.

Where to Find Chlorophytum galpinii

Chlorophytum galpinii is native to South Africa.

Chlorophytum galpinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chlorophytum galpinii?

Chlorophytum galpinii

What is the common name of Chlorophytum galpinii?

Galpinii

What is the natural habitat of Chlorophytum galpinii?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

Species in the Chlorophytum genus

Chlorophytum angustissimum, Chlorophytum hirsutum, Chlorophytum occultum, Chlorophytum acutum, Chlorophytum affine, Chlorophytum africanum, Chlorophytum alismifolium, Chlorophytum alpinum, Chlorophytum altum, Chlorophytum anceps, Chlorophytum andongense, Chlorophytum angulicaule, Chlorophytum angustiracemosum, Chlorophytum ankarense, Chlorophytum appendiculatum, Chlorophytum applanatum, Chlorophytum arcuatoramosum, Chlorophytum aridum, Chlorophytum arundinaceum, Chlorophytum basitrichum, Chlorophytum baturense, Chlorophytum benuense, Chlorophytum bharuchae, Chlorophytum bifolium, Chlorophytum blepharophyllum, Chlorophytum borivilianum, Chlorophytum bowkeri, Chlorophytum brachystachyum, Chlorophytum bracteatum, Chlorophytum brevipedunculatum, Chlorophytum breviscapum, Chlorophytum calyptrocarpum, Chlorophytum cameronii, Chlorophytum camporum, Chlorophytum capense, Chlorophytum caudatibracteatum, Chlorophytum caulescens, Chlorophytum chariense, Chlorophytum chevalieri, Chlorophytum chinense, Chlorophytum chloranthum, Chlorophytum collinum, Chlorophytum colubrinum, Chlorophytum comosum, Chlorophytum cooperi, Chlorophytum cordifolium, Chlorophytum crassinerve, Chlorophytum crispum, Chlorophytum cyperaceum, Chlorophytum dalzielii,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-302315: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Shakkie Kativu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kativu' in the authors string.