Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 3: 308 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000703689
Common Names
- Unijuga Glenniea
- Glenniea Unijuga
- Unijuga Glia
Synonyms
- Euphoria fuscata Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
- Glenniea zeylanica Hook.f. ex Thwaites [unknown]
- Glenniea unijuga fuscata (Thwaites ex Trimen) Radlk. [unknown]
- Glenniea zeylanica fuscata Thwaites ex Trimen [unknown]
- Glenniea zeylanica unijuga (Thwaites) Trimen [unknown]
Description
Glenniea unijuga (also called One-Leaved Glenniea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a spreading crown. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Glenniea unijuga is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Glenniea unijuga is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, flat, brown-black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glenniea unijuga is a hardy annual that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Sow the seeds in spring and water regularly to ensure germination. Divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Glenniea unijuga
Glenniea unijuga can be found in Madagascar.
Glenniea unijuga FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glenniea unijuga?
Glenniea unijuga
Where is Glenniea unijuga found?
Glenniea unijuga is found in Madagascar.
What type of plant is Glenniea unijuga?
Glenniea unijuga is a shrub.
Species in the Glenniea genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family