Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
griffithii
ID:
1333787

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) X.H.Jin & D.Z.Li

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Biodivers. Sci. 23: 240 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346241



Common Names

  • Gennaria griffithii
  • Griffithii Gennaria
  • Griffithii Plant


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Description

Gennaria griffithii (also called Griffith's Gennaria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 m in height. It has white flowers and grows in meadows, pastures, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Gennaria griffithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for animals and birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Gennaria griffithii has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in dense clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a rough surface. The seedlings are short, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gennaria griffithii is a small, evergreen perennial plant that is native to the Himalayas. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade, and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer, and can also be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Gennaria griffithii

Gennaria griffithii is found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.

Gennaria griffithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gennaria griffithii?

Gennaria griffithii

What is the natural habitat of Gennaria griffithii?

It is found in the Himalayas, India, Nepal, and Bhutan

What are the common uses of Gennaria griffithii?

It is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant

Species in the Gennaria 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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Xiao Hua Jin (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.H.Jin' in the authors string.
De Zhu Li (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Z.Li' in the authors string.