Andersonia grandiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
534607
Status:
valid
Authors:
Stschegl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 32(I): 21 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533939
Common Names
- Andersonia grandiflora
- Grandiflora Andersonia
- Grandiflora Andersonia Plant
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- Sprengelia spirophylla F.Muell. [valid]
- Andersonia spirophylla F.Muell. [valid]
Description
Andersonia grandiflora (also called Large-flowered Andersonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant found in wetland areas of South America. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is found in wetland areas of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Uses & Benefits
Andersonia grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: white, with a yellow center. Seed: small, black, and round. Seedlings: small, with a single seed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Andersonia grandiflora is a perennial herb with a woody base. It can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sunny location in the spring. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Andersonia grandiflora
Andersonia grandiflora is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist woodlands.
Andersonia grandiflora FAQ
What are the common uses of Andersonia grandiflora?
Andersonia grandiflora is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.
What is the growth rate of Andersonia grandiflora?
Andersonia grandiflora has a slow to moderate growth rate.
What is the soil type suitable for Andersonia grandiflora?
Andersonia grandiflora prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils.
Species in the Andersonia genus
Andersonia annelsii, Andersonia aristata, Andersonia auriculata, Andersonia axilliflora, Andersonia barbata, Andersonia bifida, Andersonia brachyanthera, Andersonia brevifolia, Andersonia caerulea, Andersonia carinata, Andersonia echinocephala, Andersonia ferricola, Andersonia geniculata, Andersonia gracilis, Andersonia grandiflora, Andersonia hammersleyana, Andersonia heterophylla, Andersonia involucrata, Andersonia latiflora, Andersonia lehmanniana, Andersonia longifolia, Andersonia macranthera, Andersonia micrantha, Andersonia parvifolia, Andersonia pauciflora, Andersonia pinaster, Andersonia redolens, Andersonia setifolia, Andersonia simplex, Andersonia sprengelioides,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Sergei Sergeyevich Sheglejev (1820-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stschegl.' in the authors string.