Greigia macbrideana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macbrideana
ID:
431848
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.B.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 98: 7 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431180
Common Names
- Greigia macbrideana
- MacBride's Greigia
- MacBride's Lobster Claw
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Greigia macbrideana (also called MacBride's Greigia, among many other common names) is a perennial, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves, which are ovate and slightly serrated. It produces small, white flowers in the summer, followed by red berries. It is typically found in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Greigia macbrideana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and bright pink flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Greigia macbrideana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with dark green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Greigia macbrideana is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is a hardy perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a warm, moist environment and keep them moist until germination. For cuttings, take a stem cutting and plant it in a moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. Once the plant is established, it will need regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Greigia macbrideana
Greigia macbrideana is native to Colombia.
Greigia macbrideana FAQ
What type of plant is Greigia macbrideana?
Greigia macbrideana is a small shrub.
What is the average height of Greigia macbrideana?
The average height of Greigia macbrideana is between 1 and 2 feet.
What is the average lifespan of Greigia macbrideana?
The average lifespan of Greigia macbrideana is between 5 and 10 years.
Species in the Greigia genus
Greigia alborosea, Greigia aristeguietae, Greigia atrobrunnea, Greigia atrocastanea, Greigia berteroi, Greigia cochabambae, Greigia collina, Greigia columbiana, Greigia danielii, Greigia exserta, Greigia kessleri, Greigia landbeckii, Greigia leymebambana, Greigia macbrideana, Greigia mulfordii, Greigia nubigena, Greigia oaxacana, Greigia ocellata, Greigia pearcei, Greigia racinae, Greigia raporum, Greigia rohwederi, Greigia sanctae-martae, Greigia sodiroana, Greigia sphacelata, Greigia stenolepis, Greigia steyermarkii, Greigia sylvicola, Greigia tillettii, Greigia van-hyningii, Greigia vilcabambae, Greigia vulcanica, Greigia acebeyi, Greigia marioi, Greigia membranacea, Greigia vanhyningii,
Species in the Bromeliaceae family
Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,
References
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:113412-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].