Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
clavata
ID:
715354

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker ex Mast.) E.Phillips

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Fl. Pl. South Africa 15: 580 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000714687

Common Names

  • Pseudogaltonia clavata
  • False Galtonia
  • False Summer Hyacinth

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Synonyms

  • Hyacinthus pechuelii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Lindneria fibrillosa T.Durand & Lubbers [unknown]
  • Lindneria pechuelii (Kuntze) T.Durand & Schinz [unknown]
  • Lindneria clavata (Baker ex Mast.) Speta [unknown]
  • Pseudogaltonia pechuelii (Kuntze) Engl. [unknown]
  • Pseudogaltonia subspicata Baker [unknown]
  • Ornithogalum clavatum (Baker ex Mast.) J.C.Manning & Goldblatt [unknown]
  • Galtonia clavata Baker ex Mast. [unknown]

Description

Pseudogaltonia clavata (also called 'Clavate Galtonia', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, narrow leaves and small white to pink flowers. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in the eastern and southern parts of South Africa.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudogaltonia clavata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudogaltonia clavata is white, and the seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudogaltonia clavata is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to 1-2 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun to part shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and placed in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Pseudogaltonia clavata

Pseudogaltonia clavata is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.

Pseudogaltonia clavata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudogaltonia clavata?

Pseudogaltonia clavata

What is the common name of Pseudogaltonia clavata?

Club-like Pseudogaltonia

What is the habitat of Pseudogaltonia clavata?

Pseudogaltonia clavata is found in heathland, shrubland, and woodlands in Western Australia.

Species in the Pseudogaltonia genus

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-283817: Based on the initial data import
Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Edwin Percy Phillips (1884-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Phillips' in the authors string.