Greyia sutherlandii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sutherlandii
ID:
711087
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook. & Harv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Proc. Dublin Univ. Zool. Bot. Assoc. 1: 138 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710420
Common Names
- Greyia sutherlandii
- Sutherland's Greyia
- Greyia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Greyia sutherlandii (also called Sutherland'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 sutherlandii is used as a source of timber and firewood. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Greyia sutherlandii 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 sutherlandii 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 sutherlandii
Greyia sutherlandii is native to South Africa.
Greyia sutherlandii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Greyia sutherlandii?
Greyia sutherlandii
What is the family of Greyia sutherlandii?
Greyiaceae
What is the common name of Greyia sutherlandii?
Sutherland'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-2833518: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.