Status:
valid
Authors:
Gaudich.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1829
Citation Micro:
Voy. Uranie : 419 (1829)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427410
Common Names
- Gaimardia australis
- Australis gaimardia
- Gaimardia
Synonyms
- Gaimardia pusilla Gaudich. ex Gay [unknown]
Description
Gaimardia australis (also called Southern Gaimardia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It grows in moist areas, such as swamps, wet grasslands, and along the edges of streams and rivers. It has small, white flowers and dark green, leathery leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Gaimardia australis has been used for a variety of purposes, including as a source of food, for medicinal purposes, as a fuel source, and for construction materials.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gaimardia australis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, brown and glossy. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of lance-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gaimardia australis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Gaimardia australis
Gaimardia australis is native to Australia and can be found in the surrounding areas.
Gaimardia australis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gaimardia australis?
Gaimardia australis
What is the habitat of Gaimardia australis?
It is found in wet and marshy areas of Australia.
What is the flowering period of Gaimardia australis?
It flowers from October to December.
Species in the Gaimardia genus
Species in the Restionaceae family
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Alexgeorgea nitens,
Alexgeorgea subterranea,
Anarthria gracilis,
Anarthria humilis,
Anarthria laevis,
Anarthria polyphylla,
Anarthria prolifera,
Anarthria scabra,
Anthochortus capensis,
Anthochortus crinalis,
Anthochortus ecklonii,
Anthochortus graminifolius,
Anthochortus insignis,
Anthochortus laxiflorus,
Anthochortus singularis,
Aphelia brizula,
Aphelia cyperoides,
Aphelia drummondii,
Aphelia gracilis,
Aphelia nutans,
Aphelia pumilio,
Apodasmia brownii,
Apodasmia chilensis,
Apodasmia similis,
Apodasmia ceramophila,
Askidiosperma alboaristatum,
Askidiosperma alticola,
Askidiosperma andreaeanum,
Askidiosperma capitatum,
Askidiosperma chartaceum,
Askidiosperma delicatulum,
Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae,
Askidiosperma insigne,
Askidiosperma longiflorum,
Askidiosperma nitidum,
Askidiosperma paniculatum,
Askidiosperma rugosum,
Askidiosperma alticolum,
Baloskion australe,
Baloskion fimbriatum,
Baloskion gracile,
Baloskion longipes,
Baloskion pallens,
Baloskion stenocoleum,
Baloskion tenuiculme,
Baloskion tetraphyllum,
Calorophus elongatus,
Calorophus erostris,
Cannomois aristata,