Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
ornata
ID:
1282904

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Meisn.) Gilg

Source:
tro

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(6a): 228. 1894

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001282242



Common Names

  • Ornate Gnidia
  • Gnidia Ornata
  • Gnidia Ornata Flower


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Description

Gnidia ornata (also called 'Ornate Gnidia', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers that appear in spring. This plant is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gnidia ornata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gnidia ornata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round with a smooth, dark brown surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gnidia ornata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is easily propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by taking cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Gnidia ornata

Gnidia ornata is found in the tropical forests of South Africa.

Gnidia ornata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gnidia ornata?

Gnidia ornata

What is the common name of Gnidia ornata?

Ornate Gnidia

What type of plant is Gnidia ornata?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Gnidia genus

Gnidia gossweileri, Gnidia aberrans, Gnidia anomala, Gnidia apiculata, Gnidia bambutana, Gnidia baumiana, Gnidia baurii, Gnidia burmanni, Gnidia caffra, Gnidia caniflora, Gnidia canoargentea, Gnidia cayleyi, Gnidia chapmanii, Gnidia chrysantha, Gnidia chrysophylla, Gnidia clavata, Gnidia compacta, Gnidia conspicua, Gnidia coriacea, Gnidia decurrens, Gnidia dekindtiana, Gnidia dumicola, Gnidia ericoides, Gnidia fastigiata, Gnidia flanagani, Gnidia foliosa, Gnidia francisci, Gnidia fraterna, Gnidia fruticulosa, Gnidia fulgens, Gnidia galpini, Gnidia geminiflora, Gnidia goetzeana, Gnidia gymnostachya, Gnidia harveyana, Gnidia hirsuta, Gnidia hockii, Gnidia humilis, Gnidia imbricata, Gnidia inconspicua, Gnidia insignis, Gnidia involucrata, Gnidia juniperifolia, Gnidia kasaiensis, Gnidia kundelungensis, Gnidia laxa, Gnidia leipoldtii, Gnidia linearifolia, Gnidia linoides, Gnidia lucens,

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50316711: Based on the initial data import
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.