Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
foetidum
ID:
703869

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gillies ex Benth.) J.M.Porter

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Aliso 17: 83 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000703202

Common Names

  • Giliastrum foetidum
  • Fetid Giliastrum
  • Fetid False Gilia

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Synonyms

  • Navarretia foetida (Gillies ex Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gilia foetida Gillies ex Benth. [unknown]

Description

Giliastrum foetidum (also called Fetid Giliastrum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has narrow, linear leaves and white flowers with yellow anthers.

Uses & Benefits

Giliastrum foetidum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including skin diseases, digestive problems, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Giliastrum foetidum has yellow to orange flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Giliastrum foetidum is an annual plant native to California. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Division can also be used to propagate the plant.

Where to Find Giliastrum foetidum

Giliastrum foetidum can be found in South America.

Giliastrum foetidum FAQ

What conditions does Giliastrum foetidum prefer?

Giliastrum foetidum prefers full sun to partial shade and dry, well-drained soil.

How often should Giliastrum foetidum be watered?

Giliastrum foetidum should be watered sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings.

How can I propagate Giliastrum foetidum?

Giliastrum foetidum can be propagated by division or by seed.

Species in the Polemoniaceae family

Acanthogilia gloriosa, Aliciella caespitosa, Aliciella formosa, Aliciella haydenii, Aliciella heterostyla, Aliciella humillima, Aliciella hutchinsifolia, Aliciella latifolia, Aliciella leptomeria, Aliciella lottiae, Aliciella mcvickerae, Aliciella micromeria, Aliciella nyensis, Aliciella pentstemonoides, Aliciella pinnatifida, Aliciella ripleyi, Aliciella sedifolia, Aliciella stenothyrsa, Aliciella subacaulis, Aliciella subnuda, Aliciella tenuis, Aliciella triodon, Aliciella monoensis, Aliciella cliffordii, Allophyllum divaricatum, Allophyllum gilioides, Allophyllum glutinosum, Allophyllum integrifolium, Allophyllum nemophilophyllum, Bonplandia geminiflora, Bonplandia linearis, Bryantiella palmeri, Cantua dendritica, Cantua mediamnis, Cantua volcanica, Cantua alutacea, Cantua bicolor, Cantua buxifolia, Cantua candelilla, Cantua coerulea, Cantua cordata, Cantua cuzcoensis, Cantua flexuosa, Cantua glutinosa, Cantua hibrida, Cantua longifolia, Cantua megapotamica, Cantua ovata, Cantua pyrifolia, Cantua quercifolia,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2825982: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John Gillies (1792-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillies' in the authors string.
James Mark Porter (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Porter' in the authors string.