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
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.
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
De Zhu Li (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Z.Li' in the authors string.