Byblis gigantea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gigantea
ID:
698403
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
Sketch Veg. Swan R. : 92 (1840)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000697736
Common Names
- Gigantea Byblis
- Gigantea Byblis
- Gigantea Byblis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Byblis gigantea (also called Giant Rainbow Plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Byblidaceae family. It is native to Australia and grows in wet meadows and grasslands. It has long, narrow leaves and produces small, pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Byblis gigantea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Byblis gigantea has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, thin spur. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Byblis gigantea is a perennial plant native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Byblis gigantea
Byblis gigantea can be found in the mountains of Australia.
Byblis gigantea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Byblis gigantea?
Byblis gigantea
What is the common name of Byblis gigantea?
Giant rainbow plant
Where is Byblis gigantea found?
Byblis gigantea is found in Australia.
Species in the Byblis genus
Species in the Byblidaceae family
References
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:321759-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].