Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
exellii
ID:
721238

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Suess.) C.C.Towns.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 37: 90 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720571



Common Names

  • Hermbstaedtia exellii
  • Exell's Hermbstaedtia
  • Exell's Velvet-leaf


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Description

Hermbstaedtia exellii (also called Exell's Hermbstaedtia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Africa. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hermbstaedtia exellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hermbstaedtia exellii has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hermbstaedtia exellii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained medium. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Hermbstaedtia exellii

Hermbstaedtia exellii can be found in South Africa.

Hermbstaedtia exellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hermbstaedtia exellii?

Hermbstaedtia exellii

What is the common name of Hermbstaedtia exellii?

Exell's Hermbstaedtia

Where is Hermbstaedtia exellii found?

South Africa

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2846777: Based on the initial data import
Karl Suessenguth (1893-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suess.' in the authors string.
Clifford Charles Townsend (1926-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Towns.' in the authors string.