Gavilea platyantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platyantha
ID:
429672
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Ormerod
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Oasis 2(2): 7 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429004
Common Names
- Platyantha Gavilea
- Broad-Leaved Gavilea
- Wide-Leaved Gavilea
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- Asarca platyantha Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Asarca glandulifera illapeliana Reiche [unknown]
Description
Gavilea platyantha (also called Broad-leaved Gavilea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist forests and savannas. It has a shrub-like growth habit and produces small, white flowers. The leaves are ovate in shape and have a glossy, dark green color.
Uses & Benefits
Gavilea platyantha is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. It has a high tolerance for drought and is a good choice for xeriscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gavilea platyantha has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gavilea platyantha is a tropical tree species native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Gavilea platyantha
Gavilea platyantha is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Gavilea platyantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gavilea platyantha?
Gavilea platyantha
What type of plant is Gavilea platyantha?
It is an evergreen shrub
Where is Gavilea platyantha native to?
It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Species in the Gavilea genus
Gavilea platyantha, Gavilea trullata, Gavilea venosa, Gavilea wittei, Gavilea gladysiae, Gavilea araucana, Gavilea australis, Gavilea cardioglossa, Gavilea glandulifera, Gavilea insularis, Gavilea kingii, Gavilea littoralis, Gavilea longibracteata, Gavilea lutea, Gavilea odoratissima, Gavilea supralabellata, Gavilea chica,
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-246830: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.