Galphimia latifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
694654
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bartl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 13: 553 (1840)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693987
Common Names
- Galphimia latifolia
- Broad-leaved Galphimia
- Broad-leaved False Aloe
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galphimia latifolia (also called Broad-leaved Golden Shower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Malpighiaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows in tropical forests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Galphimia latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for carpentry and furniture making.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Galphimia latifolia are small, yellow, and tubular. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Galphimia latifolia 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 Galphimia latifolia
Galphimia latifolia is native to Mexico and Central America.
Galphimia latifolia FAQ
What is the common name of Galphimia latifolia?
Broadleaf Thryallis
What is the scientific name of Broadleaf Thryallis?
Galphimia latifolia
What is the natural habitat of Galphimia latifolia?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
Species in the Galphimia genus
Galphimia calliantha, Galphimia floribunda, Galphimia speciosa, Galphimia amambayensis, Galphimia angustifolia, Galphimia arenicola, Galphimia australis, Galphimia brasiliensis, Galphimia glandulosa, Galphimia glauca, Galphimia gracilis, Galphimia grandiflora, Galphimia hirsuta, Galphimia langlassei, Galphimia latifolia, Galphimia mexiae, Galphimia mirandae, Galphimia montana, Galphimia multicaulis, Galphimia oaxacana, Galphimia paniculata, Galphimia platyphylla, Galphimia radialis, Galphimia sessilifolia, Galphimia tuberculata, Galphimia vestita, Galphimia elegans,
Species in the Malpighiaceae family
Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2816519: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Gottlieb Bartling (1798-1875): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bartl.' in the authors string.