Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
tuberculata
ID:
694674

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nied.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 141: 602 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694007



Common Names

  • Galphimia tuberculata
  • Tuberculate Galphimia
  • Tuberculate False Aloe


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Synonyms

  • Galphimia humilis Nied. [unknown]
  • Thryallis humilis Rose [unknown]
  • Thryallis tuberculata Rose [unknown]

Description

Galphimia tuberculata (also called Tubercled 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 tuberculata 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 Galphimia tuberculata is a bright yellow 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

Galphimia tuberculata 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 tuberculata

Galphimia tuberculata is native to Mexico and Central America.

Galphimia tuberculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galphimia tuberculata?

Galphimia tuberculata

What is the common name of Galphimia tuberculata?

Thryallis

What is the natural habitat of Galphimia tuberculata?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

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,

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