Amyrea gracillima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracillima
ID:
968479
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radcl.-Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 53: 442 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000967817
Common Names
- Amyrea gracillima
- Gracillima Amyrea
- Gracillima Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Amyrea gracillima (also called Gracile amyrea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Amyrea gracillima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as fever, coughs, and colds. The leaves are also used for treating skin ailments, such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Amyrea gracillima is a white to pale yellow, tubular flower with a long, curved spur. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Amyrea gracillima is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a piece of cork or tree fern. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-draining potting mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly with a balanced orchid fertilizer. Propagate by division or by seed.
Where to Find Amyrea gracillima
Amyrea gracillima can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.
Species in the Amyrea genus
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-8520: Based on the initial data import
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.