Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
grossa
ID:
567310

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) T.Anderson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 7: 36 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566642

Common Names

  • Blepharis grossa
  • Grossa Blepharis
  • Grossa Eyelash

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Description

Blepharis grossa (also called Large Blepharis, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has narrow, lanceolate leaves and small yellow flowers. It typically grows in dry grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Blepharis grossa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to treat skin diseases, fever, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blepharis grossa has small yellow flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Blepharis grossa: This plant is best grown in a warm, sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a warm, sunny location with well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Blepharis grossa

Blepharis grossa is native to India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. It can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

Blepharis grossa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blepharis grossa?

Blepharis grossa

What is the family of Blepharis grossa?

Acanthaceae

What is the common name of Blepharis grossa?

Gross Eyelashweed

Species in the Blepharis genus

Blepharis acanthodioides, Blepharis acuminata, Blepharis aequisepala, Blepharis affinis, Blepharis angusta, Blepharis aspera, Blepharis asteracanthus, Blepharis attenuata, Blepharis bainesii, Blepharis boranensis, Blepharis breyeri, Blepharis buchneri, Blepharis burundiensis, Blepharis calcitrapa, Blepharis capensis, Blepharis chrysotricha, Blepharis ciliaris, Blepharis crinita, Blepharis cuanzensis, Blepharis cuspidata, Blepharis decussata, Blepharis dhofarensis, Blepharis dilatata, Blepharis diplodonta, Blepharis diversispina, Blepharis drummondii, Blepharis dunensis, Blepharis duvigneaudii, Blepharis edulis, Blepharis espinosa, Blepharis exigua, Blepharis fenestralis, Blepharis ferox, Blepharis flava, Blepharis fleckii, Blepharis forgiarinii, Blepharis furcata, Blepharis gazensis, Blepharis gigantea, Blepharis glinus, Blepharis glomerans, Blepharis glumacea, Blepharis grandis, Blepharis grossa, Blepharis hildebrandtii, Blepharis hirtinervia, Blepharis huillensis, Blepharis ilicifolia, Blepharis ilicina, Blepharis inaequalis,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Thomas Anderson (1832-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Anderson' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.