Species Selago gillii
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There aren’t any identifications of Selago gillii.
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Etymology of Selago:
Celtic. sel = sight; jach = salutary, beneficial; referring to its supposed medicinal properties, especially for diseases of the eyes. Another source suggests the derivation is Greek, selagh = flashing. (Allusion unknown.)
Etymology of gillii:
Named after William Gill (1792-1863). He practised first at Caledon (1818) and then Malmesbury (1822). He then made a fortune through merino farming in the Somerset East district. Gill College at Somerset East was the result of bequeathing his fortune, his 400 odd specimens being incorporated into Kew.
Scientific name:
Selago gillii Hook.
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Observations of Taxon
There aren’t any identifications of Selago gillii.