Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
oreophila
ID:
704448

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Danser

Source:
cmp

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Verh. Kon. Akad. Wetensch., Afd. Natuurk., Sect. 2 , 29(6): 55 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000703781



Common Names

  • Oreophila Globimetula
  • Globimetula oreophila
  • Oreophila Globimetula


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Description

Globimetula oreophila (also called Mountain Globimetula, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Plantaginaceae. It is a perennial herb with a woody base, and is found in the mountains of the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky and dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Globimetula oreophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Globimetula oreophila is white and has four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Globimetula oreophila is a small shrub that grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. The rooted cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Globimetula oreophila

Globimetula oreophila can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.

Globimetula oreophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Globimetula oreophila?

Globimetula oreophila

What is the common name of Globimetula oreophila?

Mountain-loving Globimetula

What type of environment does Globimetula oreophila prefer?

A moist, shady environment

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2826647: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
B. H. Danser (1891-1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Danser' in the authors string.