Hydrobryum griffithii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
griffithii
ID:
726958
Status:
valid
Authors:
Tul.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 11: 104 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726291
Common Names
- Hydrobryum griffithii
- Griffithii Hydrobryum
- Griffithii Hydrangea
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- Podostemum griffithii Wall. ex Gardner [unknown]
Description
Hydrobryum griffithii (also called Griffith's Hydrobryum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to tropical and subtropical Asia, from India to China and Southeast Asia. It is found in wet, shady places, such as along streams, in forests, and in wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Hydrobryum griffithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hydrobryum griffithii has small, white flowers with four petals that form a cross. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hydrobryum griffithii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Carefully dig up the plant and divide the roots into smaller sections, then replant in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Hydrobryum griffithii
Hydrobryum griffithii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Hydrobryum griffithii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydrobryum griffithii?
Hydrobryum griffithii
What type of plant is Hydrobryum griffithii?
Herbaceous perennial
Where is Hydrobryum griffithii native to?
Eastern Asia
Species in the Hydrobryum genus
Hydrobryum bifoliatum, Hydrobryum chiangmaiense, Hydrobryum floribundum, Hydrobryum griffithii, Hydrobryum japonicum, Hydrobryum kaengsophense, Hydrobryum khaoyaiense, Hydrobryum koribanum, Hydrobryum loeicum, Hydrobryum micrantherum, Hydrobryum puncticulatum, Hydrobryum somranii, Hydrobryum tardhuangense, Hydrobryum phetchabunense, Hydrobryum hapteron, Hydrobryum subcylindricoides, Hydrobryum vientianense, Hydrobryum phurueanum, Hydrobryum varium, Hydrobryum luangnamtaense, Hydrobryum mandaengense,
Species in the Podostemaceae family
Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2855867: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Tulasne (1815-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tul.' in the authors string.