Greyia flanaganii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flanaganii
ID:
711085
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bolus
Source:
cmp
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 24: t. 2349 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710418
Common Names
- Greyia flanaganii
- Flanagan's Greyia
- Greyia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Greyia flanaganii (also called Flanagan's Greyia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m in height. It is native to South Africa. It is found in dry deciduous forests, scrub, and savanna.
Uses & Benefits
Greyia flanaganii is a popular ornamental plant in India. It is used to make fences and hedges. The leaves and flowers of this plant are edible and are used in salads and curries. The plant is also used to make herbal medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Greyia flanaganii are white or pink in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Greyia flanaganii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Greyia flanaganii
Greyia flanaganii is native to South Africa.
Greyia flanaganii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Greyia flanaganii?
Greyia flanaganii
What is the family of Greyia flanaganii?
Greyiaceae
What is the common name of Greyia flanaganii?
Flanagan's Greyia
Species in the Greyia genus
Species in the Francoaceae family
Balbisia calycina, Balbisia aphanifolia, Balbisia gracilis, Balbisia integrifolia, Balbisia meyeniana, Balbisia microphylla, Balbisia miniata, Balbisia peduncularis, Balbisia stitchkinii, Balbisia verticillata, Balbisia calycina, Bersama abyssinica, Bersama lucens, Bersama palustris, Bersama swinnyi, Bersama swynnertonii, Bersama tysoniana, Bersama yangambiensis, Francoa appendiculata, Greyia flanaganii, Greyia radlkoferi, Greyia sutherlandii, Melianthus comosus, Melianthus dregeanus, Melianthus major, Melianthus pectinatus, Melianthus villosus, Melianthus elongatus, Rhynchotheca spinosa, Viviania linostigma, Viviania ovata, Viviania tenuicaulis, Viviania elegans, Viviania marifolia,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2833516: Based on the initial data import
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.