Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
roodiae
ID:
1039455

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) L.Bolus ex H.E.K.Hartmann

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 10: . 1992.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001038793



Common Names

  • Vanheerdea
  • Roodiae
  • Vanheerdea roodiae


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Description

Vanheerdea roodiae (also called 'Rood's Vanheerdea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Aizoaceae family. It is an herbaceous annual that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to temperate regions of South Africa. It is found in rocky outcrops, as well as in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and plantations.

Uses & Benefits

Vanheerdea roodiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. Its flowers can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vanheerdea roodiae has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vanheerdea roodiae is an evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Vanheerdea roodiae

Vanheerdea roodiae can be found in South Africa.

Species in the Vanheerdea genus

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Heidrun Hartmann (1942-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.K.Hartmann' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001038793: Based on the initial data import