Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
rigidifolia
ID:
809404

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bredell) J.C.Manning & Vinn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Taxon 56: 178 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808738



Common Names

  • Gloriosa rigidifolia
  • Rigid-Leaved Gloriosa
  • Stiff-Leaved Gloriosa


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Description

Gloriosa rigidifolia (also called Rigid-leaved Gloriosa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Colchicaceae. It is native to India and is found in dry, rocky habitats. This species has a small, tuberous root system and a single, erect stem. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white or yellowish in color.

Uses & Benefits

Gloriosa rigidifolia is a perennial plant with yellow flowers and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used medicinally, as it has anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gloriosa rigidifolia is white in color, and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gloriosa rigidifolia is a tuberous, climbing plant with bright yellow flowers. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagate by seed or division of the tubers in spring.

Where to Find Gloriosa rigidifolia

Gloriosa rigidifolia is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.

Gloriosa rigidifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gloriosa rigidifolia?

Gloriosa rigidifolia

What is the common name of Gloriosa rigidifolia?

Rigid-leaved Gloriosa Lily

What is the natural habitat of Gloriosa rigidifolia?

It is native to the Mediterranean region

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-346978: Based on the initial data import
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.
H.C. Bredell: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bredell' in the authors string.
Annika Vinnersten (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vinn.' in the authors string.