Status:
valid
Authors:
Chiov.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Res. Sci. Somalia Ital. 1: 176 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769222
Common Names
- Gloriosa Baudii
- Baud's Gloriosa
- Gloriosa Lily
Description
Gloriosa baudii (also called Gloriosa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Colchicaceae. It is native to Brazil, and it is found in dry forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gloriosa baudii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gloriosa baudii has small yellow flowers that appear in the spring. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gloriosa baudii is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by dividing the tubers. The tubers should be planted in spring or early summer in a sunny spot with well-drained soil.
Where to Find Gloriosa baudii
Gloriosa baudii can be found in the Northern and Central Chile, and Argentina.
Gloriosa baudii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gloriosa baudii?
Gloriosa baudii
What is the common name of Gloriosa baudii?
Baud's Gloriosa
Where is Gloriosa baudii found?
South Africa
Species in the Gloriosa genus
Gloriosa baudii,
Gloriosa carsonii,
Gloriosa sessiliflora,
Gloriosa simplex,
Gloriosa superba,
Gloriosa flavovirens,
Gloriosa lindenii,
Gloriosa littonioides,
Gloriosa modesta,
Gloriosa revoilii,
Gloriosa rigidifolia,
Species in the Colchicaceae family
Baeometra uniflora,
Baeometra uniflora,
Burchardia bairdiae,
Burchardia congesta,
Burchardia monantha,
Burchardia multiflora,
Burchardia rosea,
Burchardia umbellata,
Camptorrhiza indica,
Camptorrhiza strumosa,
Colchicum alpinum,
Colchicum antilibanoticum,
Colchicum arenarium,
Colchicum arenasii,
Colchicum asteranthum,
Colchicum atticum,
Colchicum autumnale,
Colchicum balansae,
Colchicum baytopiorum,
Colchicum bivonae,
Colchicum boissieri,
Colchicum bulbocodium,
Colchicum burttii,
Colchicum chalcedonicum,
Colchicum chimonanthum,
Colchicum cilicicum,
Colchicum confusum,
Colchicum corsicum,
Colchicum cretense,
Colchicum crocifolium,
Colchicum cupanii,
Colchicum davisii,
Colchicum decaisnei,
Colchicum doerfleri,
Colchicum dolichantherum,
Colchicum eichleri,
Colchicum euboeum,
Colchicum fasciculare,
Colchicum feinbruniae,
Colchicum filifolium,
Colchicum freynii,
Colchicum gonarei,
Colchicum graecum,
Colchicum haynaldii,
Colchicum heldreichii,
Colchicum hierosolymitanum,
Colchicum hirsutum,
Colchicum hungaricum,
Colchicum imperatoris-friderici,
Colchicum inundatum,