Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
saxifragifolia
ID:
709092

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 17: 173 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000708425

Common Names

  • Graellsia saxifragifolia
  • Saxifragifolia Graellsia
  • Saxifragifolia

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Synonyms

  • Cochlearia saxifragifolia DC. [unknown]
  • Graellsia saxifragifolia saxifragifolia [unknown]

Description

Graellsia saxifragifolia (also called Graellsia saxifragifolia, 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 saxifragifolia 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 saxifragifolia 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Graellsia saxifragifolia 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 saxifragifolia should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Graellsia saxifragifolia

Graellsia saxifragifolia is native to the Mediterranean region, including southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Graellsia saxifragifolia FAQ

What are the common names of Graellsia saxifragifolia?

Common names of Graellsia saxifragifolia include Saxifrage Bellflower and Saxifrage Bellflower.

What is the native range of Graellsia saxifragifolia?

Graellsia saxifragifolia is native to Central Asia.

What are the uses of Graellsia saxifragifolia?

Graellsia saxifragifolia is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant.

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References