Brownleea galpinii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
galpinii
ID:
436630
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bolus
Source:
wcs
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. Austro-Afric. 1: t. 42 (1893)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435962
Common Names
- Galpin's Brownleea
- Galpin's Brown Lea
- Galpin's Brownleea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brownleea galpinii (also called Galpin's Brownleea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has small, oval leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, sandy habitats, such as deserts and coastal dunes.
Uses & Benefits
Brownleea galpinii is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a hedge plant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Brownleea galpinii sub. galpiniiBrownleea galpinii sub. major (Bolus) H.P.Linder
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Brownleea galpinii are fragrant and white with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brownleea galpinii is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Brownleea galpinii
Brownleea galpinii can be found in South Africa.
Brownleea galpinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brownleea galpinii?
Brownleea galpinii
What type of plant is Brownleea galpinii?
It is a shrub or small tree.
Where is Brownleea galpinii native to?
It is native to South Africa.
Species in the Brownleea genus
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-24814: Based on the initial data import
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.