Status:
valid
Authors:
Ormerod
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Oasis 2(2): 7 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429011
Common Names
- Trullata Gavilea
- Trough-Leaved Gavilea
- V-Shaped Gavilea
Synonyms
- Asarca cardioglossa patagonica Garay [unknown]
- Gavilea cardioglossa patagonica (Garay) M.N.Correa [unknown]
Description
Gavilea trullata (also called Trull's 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 trullata is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. It is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gavilea trullata 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gavilea trullata 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 trullata
Gavilea trullata is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Gavilea trullata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gavilea trullata?
Gavilea trullata
What type of plant is Gavilea trullata?
It is an evergreen shrub
Where is Gavilea trullata 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,