Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
garayi
ID:
626208

Status:
valid

Authors:
Senghas

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Orchideen Pfl. Extr. : 174 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625540



Common Names

  • Sutrina garayi
  • Garay's Sutrina
  • Butterfly Orchid


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Description

Sutrina garayi (also called 'Fairy Crassula', among many other common names) is a small, succulent shrub that grows up to 12 inches (30 cm) tall. It has small, fleshy, rounded leaves that are arranged in pairs along the stems. It is native to South Africa and is commonly found in rocky areas and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Sutrina garayi is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. Its attractive foliage and flowers make it a great addition to any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sutrina garayi has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sutrina garayi is a succulent perennial native to South Africa. It has small, round, gray-green leaves and grows in a mat-like form. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a stem cutting and let it dry out for a few days before planting it in well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The plant should start to root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Sutrina garayi

Sutrina garayi can be found in South Africa.

Sutrina garayi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sutrina garayi?

Sutrina garayi

What is the common name of Sutrina garayi?

Garay's Sutrina

What is the natural habitat of Sutrina garayi?

Dry rocky slopes in South Africa

Species in the Sutrina 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,

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