Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gaguedi
ID:
486785

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Gmel.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 13[bis] : 225 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000486117

Common Names

  • Protea gaguedi
  • Gaguedi Protea
  • Gagued's Protea

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Synonyms

  • Protea busseana Engl. [unknown]
  • Protea chrysolepis Engl. & Gilg [unknown]
  • Protea manikensis De Wild. [unknown]
  • Protea janssensii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Protea ramosa Hauman [unknown]
  • Protea trigona E.Phillips [unknown]

Description

Protea gaguedi (also called Gaguedi Protea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky outcrops and dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Protea gaguedi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Protea gaguedi is a small, white, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Protea gaguedi is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is a slow-growing plant and can take up to 5 years to reach its full size. Propagation is done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Protea gaguedi

Protea gaguedi is native to South Africa and can be found in moist, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,200 meters.

Protea gaguedi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Protea gaguedi?

Protea gaguedi

What is the common name of Protea gaguedi?

Protea gaguedi

What is the family of Protea gaguedi?

Proteaceae

Species in the Protea genus

Protea angolensis, Protea baumii, Protea argyrea, Protea asymmetrica, Protea dekindtiana, Protea enervis, Protea flavopilosa, Protea rupestris, Protea scolopendriifolium, Protea welwitschii, Protea wentzeliana, Protea matonchiana, Protea micans, Protea madiensis, Protea mafingensis, Protea namaquana, Protea paludosa, Protea ongotium, Protea poggei, Protea minima, Protea gaguedi, Protea petiolaris, Protea acaulos, Protea acuminata, Protea amplexicaulis, Protea angustata, Protea aristata, Protea asper, Protea aurea, Protea burchellii, Protea caespitosa, Protea caffra, Protea canaliculata, Protea compacta, Protea comptonii, Protea convexa, Protea cordata, Protea coronata, Protea cryophila, Protea curvata, Protea cynaroides, Protea decurrens, Protea denticulata, Protea dracomontana, Protea effusa, Protea eximia, Protea foliosa, Protea glabra, Protea grandiceps, Protea holosericea,

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

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