Status:
valid
Authors:
Rozefelds & B.Pellow
Source:
cmp
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 20: 435 (2000 publ. 2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000703223
Common Names
- Gillbeea whypallana
- Whypallana Gillbeea
- Gillbeea
Description
Gillbeea whypallana (also called Whypall's Gillbeea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has narrow, linear leaves and white flowers with yellow anthers.
Uses & Benefits
Gillbeea whypallana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat ailments such as fever and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gillbeea whypallana has white flowers with yellow centers, small black seeds and small seedlings with thin stems and narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gillbeea whypallana is an annual plant native to California. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Division can also be used to propagate the plant.
Where to Find Gillbeea whypallana
Gillbeea whypallana can be found in New Guinea.
Gillbeea whypallana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gillbeea whypallana?
Gillbeea whypallana
What is the natural habitat of Gillbeea whypallana?
Tropical rainforests of South America
What are the common names of Gillbeea whypallana?
Whypallana Gillbeea
Species in the Gillbeea genus
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Ackama paniculosa,
Ackama rosifolia,
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Aistopetalum multiflorum,
Aistopetalum viticoides,
Anodopetalum biglandulosum,
Bauera capitata,
Bauera rubioides,
Bauera sessiliflora,
Caldcluvia paniculata,
Callicoma serratifolia,
Ceratopetalum apetalum,
Ceratopetalum corymbosum,
Ceratopetalum gummiferum,
Ceratopetalum hylandii,
Ceratopetalum iugumense,
Ceratopetalum macrophyllum,
Ceratopetalum succirubrum,
Ceratopetalum tetrapterum,
Ceratopetalum virchowii,
Codia belepensis,
Codia jaffrei,
Codia mackeeana,
Codia triverticillata,
Codia albicans,
Codia albifrons,
Codia cinerascens,
Codia discolor,
Codia ferruginea,
Codia fusca,
Codia incrassata,
Codia microphylla,
Codia montana,
Codia nitida,
Codia spatulata,
Codia xerophila,
Cunonia alticola,
Cunonia aoupiniensis,
Cunonia atrorubens,
Cunonia austrocaledonica,
Cunonia balansae,
Cunonia bernieri,
Cunonia bullata,
Cunonia capensis,
Cunonia cerifera,
Cunonia deplanchei,
Cunonia lenormandii,