Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maingayi
ID:
968500

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 5: 377 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000967838



Common Names

  • Galearia maingayi
  • Maingayi Galearia
  • Maingayi Orchid


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Description

Galearia maingayi (also called 'Maingay's Galearia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in scrub, rocky slopes, and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Galearia maingayi is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galearia maingayi has white flowers that are tubular in shape and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galearia maingayi can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring.

Where to Find Galearia maingayi

Galearia maingayi can be found in parts of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

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