Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
transvaalica
ID:
694678

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1894: 346 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694011



Common Names

  • Galpinia transvaalica
  • Transvaal Galpinia
  • Transvaal False Aloe


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Synonyms

  • Galpinia parviflora H.M.L.Forbes [unknown]

Description

Galpinia transvaalica (also called Transvaal Privet, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rutaceae family. It is native to South Africa. It is an evergreen shrub that grows in tropical forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Galpinia transvaalica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make essential oils. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Galpinia transvaalica is a small, yellow-green flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galpinia transvaalica is a shrub that grows to a height of 2-3 m. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Galpinia transvaalica

Galpinia transvaalica is native to South Africa.

Galpinia transvaalica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galpinia transvaalica?

Galpinia transvaalica

What is the common name of Galpinia transvaalica?

Transvaal Pride-of-India

What is the natural habitat of Galpinia transvaalica?

Dry, rocky hillsides and bushveld

Species in the Galpinia genus

Species in the Lythraceae family

Adenaria floribunda, Ammannia aegyptiaca, Ammannia alternifolia, Ammannia anagalloides, Ammannia aspera, Ammannia auriculata, Ammannia baccifera, Ammannia coccinea, Ammannia cordata, Ammannia crassicaulis, Ammannia crinipes, Ammannia debilis, Ammannia desertorum, Ammannia dodecandra, Ammannia elata, Ammannia gracilis, Ammannia latifolia, Ammannia linearipetala, Ammannia loandensis, Ammannia multiflora, Ammannia myriophylloides, Ammannia nagpurensis, Ammannia octandra, Ammannia passerinoides, Ammannia prieuriana, Ammannia prostrata, Ammannia quadriciliata, Ammannia robusta, Ammannia sarcophylla, Ammannia schaeferi, Ammannia senegalensis, Ammannia triflora, Ammannia uniflora, Ammannia urceolata, Ammannia verticillata, Ammannia wormskioldii, Ammannia calcicola, Ammannia heterophylla, Ammannia pauciramosa, Ammannia pubescens, Ammannia praetermissa, Ammannia andongensis, Ammannia angolensis, Ammannia angustifolia, Ammannia arnhemica, Ammannia aurita, Ammannia baumii, Ammannia bequaertii, Ammannia brevistyla, Ammannia burttii,

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