Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
glabra
ID:
1408503

Status:
valid

Authors:
Magoswana & Magee

Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 230(2): 190. 2015 [8 Oct 2015] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001420967



Common Names

  • Hymenolepis glabra
  • Smooth Hymenolepis
  • Hymenolepis


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Description

Hymenolepis glabra (also called Smooth Hymenolepis, among many other common names) is an erect, woody shrub with a height of up to 1.5 m. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry grassland and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenolepis glabra is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenolepis glabra has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenolepis glabra is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be pruned regularly to maintain a neat shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Hymenolepis glabra

Hymenolepis glabra can be found in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.

Hymenolepis glabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenolepis glabra?

Hymenolepis glabra

What are the common names of Hymenolepis glabra?

Smooth Hymenolepis

What is the natural habitat of Hymenolepis glabra?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Anthony R. Magee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Magee' in the authors string.
S.L. Magoswana: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Magoswana' in the authors string.