Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Canellales
Genus:
Species:
granadensis
ID:
657355

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. 269. 1782 [1781 publ. Apr 1782]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656687

Common Names

  • Granada Winter's Bark
  • Drimys granadensis
  • Granada Winter's Bark

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Synonyms

  • Wintera granatensis Murray [unknown]
  • Drimys granatensis grandiflora Hieron. [unknown]
  • Drimys winteri granadensis (L.f.) Eichler [unknown]
  • Drimys winteri granadensis (L.f.) Pittier [unknown]

Description

Drimys granadensis (also called Granada Winter's Bark, among many other common names) is a species of clubmoss native to tropical Africa. It is a small, evergreen, perennial herb with a creeping habit, growing to 15 cm tall by 30 cm wide. It is found in grassland, open woodland, and rocky slopes in its native regions.

Uses & Benefits

Drimys granadensis has been used as a medicinal plant for centuries. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments including fever, colds, and stomach problems. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Drimys granadensis var. mexicana (Moc. & Sessé ex DC.) A.C.Sm.
Drimys granadensis var. uniflora (Turcz.) A.C.Sm.
Drimys granadensis var. chiriquiensis A.C.Sm.
Drimys granadensis var. peruviana A.C.Sm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Drimys granadensis are small, yellowish-green, and inconspicuous. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drimys granadensis is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants.

Where to Find Drimys granadensis

Drimys granadensis is native to Central and South America and can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia and Venezuela.

Drimys granadensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Drimys granadensis?

Drimys granadensis

What is the natural habitat of Drimys granadensis?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Andes of Bolivia and Peru

What is the flowering season of Drimys granadensis?

Spring and summer

Species in the Winteraceae family

Drimys andina, Drimys angustifolia, Drimys brasiliensis, Drimys confertifolia, Drimys granadensis, Drimys roraimensis, Drimys winteri, Pseudowintera insperata, Pseudowintera axillaris, Pseudowintera colorata, Pseudowintera traversii, Takhtajania perrieri, Tasmannia xerophila, Tasmannia vickeriana, Tasmannia verticillata, Tasmannia rubiginosa, Tasmannia beccariana, Tasmannia elongata, Tasmannia dictyophlebia, Tasmannia densifolia, Tasmannia cyclopum, Tasmannia coriacea, Tasmannia grandiflora, Tasmannia hatamensis, Tasmannia arfakensis, Tasmannia acutifolia, Tasmannia rosea, Tasmannia reticulata, Tasmannia pachyphylla, Tasmannia glaucifolia, Tasmannia obovata, Tasmannia membranea, Tasmannia macrantha, Tasmannia oligandra, Tasmannia insipida, Tasmannia lanceolata, Tasmannia purpurascens, Tasmannia stipitata, Tasmannia piperita, Tasmannia brassii, Tasmannia parviflora, Tasmannia pittosporoides, Tasmannia montis-wilhelmii, Tasmannia lamii, Tasmannia fistulosa, Tasmannia microphylla, Tasmannia vaccinioides, Tasmannia myrtoides, Zygogynum megacarpum, Zygogynum montanum,

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