Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Garryales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaberrima
ID:
428938

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wangerin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 56a: 12 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000428270



Common Names

  • Garrya glaberrima
  • Smooth Silktassel
  • Silktassel


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Description

Garrya glaberrima (also called 'Smooth Silk Tassel', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the western United States. It has small, leathery, evergreen leaves and produces small, bell-shaped flowers. It is found in dry chaparral and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Garrya glaberrima is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Garrya glaberrima has small, greenish-white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small, round and black. Seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Garrya glaberrima can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and require regular watering.

Where to Find Garrya glaberrima

Garrya glaberrima is native to the temperate regions of North and Central America.

Garrya glaberrima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Garrya glaberrima?

Garrya glaberrima

What is the common name of Garrya glaberrima?

Smooth Garrya

What is the natural habitat of Garrya glaberrima?

Forests of North America

References

Walther Wangerin (1884-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wangerin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:107478-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.