Status:
valid
Authors:
Dubard & Dop
Source:
wcs
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) , sér. 2, 3: 18 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000970656
Common Names
- Gallienia sclerophylla
- Sclerophylla Gallienia
- Sclerophyll Gallienia
Description
Gallienia sclerophylla (also called Sclerophyllous Gallienia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It grows in moist, sandy soils, typically in open woods, thickets and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Gallienia sclerophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, white flowers with 4 petals, in clusters of 2-4. Seed: small, dark brown, oval-shaped. Seedlings: small, oval-shaped leaves, with a hairy surface.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gallienia sclerophylla is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is easy to propagate by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate partial shade. It can be propagated by seed, but it takes a long time to germinate and is not recommended.
Where to Find Gallienia sclerophylla
Gallienia sclerophylla is native to the Mediterranean region, where it can be found in the mountains of Italy, France, and Spain.
Species in the Gallienia genus
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,