Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Adansonia 4: 217 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710510
Common Names
- Grisollea myriantha
- Myriantha Grisollea
- Grisollea Myriantha
Description
Grisollea myriantha (also called Many-flowered Grisollea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m in height. It is native to South Africa. It is found in dry deciduous forests, scrub, and savanna.
Uses & Benefits
Grisollea myriantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, white, with five petals. Seed: Small, black, oval-shaped. Seedlings: Long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Grisollea myriantha is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Grisollea myriantha
Grisollea myriantha is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands, woodlands, and rocky hillsides.
Grisollea myriantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Grisollea myriantha?
Grisollea myriantha
What is the common name of Grisollea myriantha?
Scarlet Flame
What is the natural habitat of Grisollea myriantha?
It is native to South Africa and is found growing in dry, rocky areas.
Species in the Grisollea genus
Species in the Stemonuraceae family
Cantleya corniculata,
Codiocarpus andamanicus,
Codiocarpus merrittii,
Discophora guianensis,
Discophora montana,
Gastrolepis alticola,
Gastrolepis austrocaledonica,
Gomphandra apoensis,
Gomphandra australiana,
Gomphandra cambodiana,
Gomphandra capitulata,
Gomphandra comosa,
Gomphandra coriacea,
Gomphandra cumingiana,
Gomphandra dolichocarpa,
Gomphandra donnaiensis,
Gomphandra flavicarpa,
Gomphandra fuliginea,
Gomphandra fusiformis,
Gomphandra javanica,
Gomphandra lancifolia,
Gomphandra luzoniensis,
Gomphandra lysipetala,
Gomphandra mappioides,
Gomphandra mollis,
Gomphandra montana,
Gomphandra oblongifolia,
Gomphandra oligantha,
Gomphandra pallida,
Gomphandra papuana,
Gomphandra parviflora,
Gomphandra pseudojavanica,
Gomphandra pseudoprasina,
Gomphandra quadrifida,
Gomphandra sawiensis,
Gomphandra schoepfiifolia,
Gomphandra simularensis,
Gomphandra subrostrata,
Gomphandra tetrandra,
Gomphandra tomentella,
Gomphandra velutina,
Gomphandra palustris,
Gomphandra halconensis,
Gomphandra conklinii,
Gomphandra rarinervis,
Gomphandra fernandoi,
Gomphandra bracteata,
Gomphandra coi,
Gomphandra psilandra,
Gomphandra dinagatensis,