Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Schmidt) Christenh. & Byng
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.217361111. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423900
Common Names
- Podophyllum grayi
- Gray's Podophyllum
- Grayi Podophyllum
Description
Podophyllum grayi (also called Gray's Podophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to North America. It has long, thin, green leaves and produces white flowers. It typically grows in moist climates and can be found in forests, meadows, and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Podophyllum grayi is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Podophyllum grayi is a small, white to yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Podophyllum grayi is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a groundcover or in a container.
Where to Find Podophyllum grayi
Podophyllum grayi is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be found in the wild in Belize, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico.
Podophyllum grayi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Podophyllum grayi?
Podophyllum grayi
What is the common name of Podophyllum grayi?
Gray's Podophyllum
Where is Podophyllum grayi native to?
South America
Species in the Podophyllum genus
Podophyllum peltatum,
Podophyllum hexandrum,
Podophyllum hemsleyi,
Podophyllum glaucescens,
Podophyllum emeiense,
Podophyllum guangxiense,
Podophyllum trilobulus,
Podophyllum pleianthum,
Podophyllum majorense,
Podophyllum versipelle,
Podophyllum difforme,
Podophyllum delavayi,
Podophyllum aurantiocaule,
Podophyllum majoense,
Podophyllum grayi,
Podophyllum tsayuense,
Podophyllum sinense,
Podophyllum cymosum,
Species in the Berberidaceae family
Achlys californica,
Achlys japonica,
Achlys triphylla,
Berberis jinshajiangensis,
Berberis pingbaensis,
Berberis pulangensis,
Berberis actinacantha,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acutinervia,
Berberis aemulans,
Berberis aetnensis,
Berberis affinis,
Berberis agapatensis,
Berberis aggregata,
Berberis agricola,
Berberis ahrendtii,
Berberis albicans,
Berberis aldenhamensis,
Berberis alpicola,
Berberis amabilis,
Berberis ambigua,
Berberis ambrozyana,
Berberis amoena,
Berberis amplectens,
Berberis amurensis,
Berberis andeana,
Berberis andreana,
Berberis andrieuxii,
Berberis angulosa,
Berberis anhweiensis,
Berberis annaemariae,
Berberis approximata,
Berberis aquifolium,
Berberis argentinensis,
Berberis arguta,
Berberis arido-calida,
Berberis aristata,
Berberis aristato-serrulata,
Berberis aristeguietae,
Berberis aristulata,
Berberis armata,
Berberis asiatica,
Berberis asmyana,
Berberis assamana,
Berberis atrocarpa,
Berberis atroprasina,
Berberis atroviridiana,
Berberis aurahuacensis,
Berberis baltistanica,
References
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.