Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lipsky) Poulter
Source:
cmp
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 22: 92 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000708420
Common Names
- Graellsia graellsiifolia
- Graellsiifolia Graellsia
- Graellsiifolia
Description
Graellsia graellsiifolia (also called Graellsia graellsiifolia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is a perennial herb with white flowers that grows in grasslands in South Africa.
Uses & Benefits
Graellsia graellsiifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Graellsia graellsiifolia is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Graellsia graellsiifolia is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Graellsia graellsiifolia should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Graellsia graellsiifolia
Graellsia graellsiifolia is native to the Mediterranean region, including southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Graellsia graellsiifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Graellsia graellsiifolia?
Graellsia graellsiifolia
What is the common name of Graellsia graellsiifolia?
Graellsiifolia Graellsia
What is the natural habitat of Graellsia graellsiifolia?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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