Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
elisensii
ID:
1330491

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.O.Dillon & Quip.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 8: 49 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342945



Common Names

  • Elisensii Galvezia
  • Elisens's Galvezia
  • Galvezia elisensii


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Description

Galvezia elisensii (also called Elisen's galvezia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Canary Islands. It has small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves, and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Galvezia elisensii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have many health benefits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galvezia elisensii has yellow flowers with red centers and is a member of the daisy family. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have short, thick stems with large, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galvezia elisensii is a perennial herb that is native to Central America. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Galvezia elisensii

Galvezia elisensii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Galvezia elisensii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galvezia elisensii?

Galvezia elisensii

What is the common name of Galvezia elisensii?

Elisensii Galvezia

What is the natural habitat of Galvezia elisensii?

It is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

Michael Dillon (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.O.Dillon' in the authors string.
Victor Quipuscoa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quip.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77148192-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].