Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulchella
ID:
713923

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Alef.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 12: 35 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713256



Common Names

  • Gynatrix pulchella
  • Pretty Gynatrix
  • Pretty Gynatrix


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Description

Gynatrix pulchella (also called Small-leaved Gynatrix, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has small, leathery leaves and white flowers. It is found in open woodlands and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gynatrix pulchella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its timber which is used for making furniture and as firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gynatrix pulchella has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynatrix pulchella is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Gynatrix pulchella

Gynatrix pulchella is native to South Africa.

Gynatrix pulchella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynatrix pulchella?

Gynatrix pulchella

What is the common name of Gynatrix pulchella?

Pretty Gynatrix

What is the natural habitat of Gynatrix pulchella?

Gynatrix pulchella is native to South Africa

Species in the Gynatrix 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

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Alefeld (1820-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alef.' in the authors string.