Gaya occidentalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Sweet
Source:
cmp
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. , ed. 2: 64 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695649
Common Names
- Gaya occidentalis
- Occidentalis Gaya
- Gaya Occidentalis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gaya occidentalis (also called 'Mountain Gaya', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Canary Islands, the Azores, and Madeira. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 m and has small, oval-shaped leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Gaya occidentalis is a shrub that is used in ornamental gardening and landscaping. It has attractive foliage and produces small, white flowers in the spring. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gaya occidentalis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gaya occidentalis is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained, sandy soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, sandy mixture.
Where to Find Gaya occidentalis
Gaya occidentalis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central and South America. It can be found in moist woodlands, bogs, and other wet areas.
Gaya occidentalis FAQ
What is the common name of Gaya occidentalis?
Western Gayal
What is the range of Gaya occidentalis?
It is found in western North America
What is the growth habit of Gaya occidentalis?
It is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit
Species in the Gaya genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2818298: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Robert Sweet (1783-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sweet' in the authors string.