Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
vernicosa
ID:
820174

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.A.Petterson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 35: 26 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819508



Common Names

  • Wahlenbergia vernicosa
  • Varnished Bluebell
  • Varnished Wahlenbergia


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Description

Wahlenbergia vernicosa (also called Shiny Bluebell, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It is found in grassland, shrubland, and open woodlands. It has a creeping habit, with small, narrow, oval-shaped leaves and bright blue flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Wahlenbergia vernicosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to stabilize soil on slopes and embankments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wahlenbergia vernicosa has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wahlenbergia vernicosa is a hardy, evergreen perennial that grows in clumps and produces white, bell-shaped flowers in summer. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagate by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed.

Where to Find Wahlenbergia vernicosa

Wahlenbergia vernicosa is found in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Mpumalanga provinces of South Africa.

Wahlenbergia vernicosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wahlenbergia vernicosa?

Wahlenbergia vernicosa

What type of plant is Wahlenbergia vernicosa?

Herb

Where is Wahlenbergia vernicosa native to?

Australia

Species in the Wahlenbergia genus

Wahlenbergia krebsii, Wahlenbergia brehmeri, Wahlenbergia tibestica, Wahlenbergia thulinii, Wahlenbergia celata, Wahlenbergia orae, Wahlenbergia scopella, Wahlenbergia oxyphylla, Wahlenbergia sphaerica, Wahlenbergia songeana, Wahlenbergia silenoides, Wahlenbergia sessiliflora, Wahlenbergia serpentina, Wahlenbergia rupestris, Wahlenbergia scottii, Wahlenbergia schistacea, Wahlenbergia schlechteri, Wahlenbergia schwackeana, Wahlenbergia saxicola, Wahlenbergia subtilis, Wahlenbergia undulata, Wahlenbergia tumida, Wahlenbergia tuberosa, Wahlenbergia tsaratananae, Wahlenbergia transvaalensis, Wahlenbergia tortilis, Wahlenbergia tomentosula, Wahlenbergia stricta, Wahlenbergia squamifolia, Wahlenbergia squarrosa, Wahlenbergia stellarioides, Wahlenbergia subumbellata, Wahlenbergia subaphylla, Wahlenbergia subfusiformis, Wahlenbergia subpilosa, Wahlenbergia subrosulata, Wahlenbergia roxburghii, Wahlenbergia preissii, Wahlenbergia polytrichifolia, Wahlenbergia polyclada, Wahlenbergia polycephala, Wahlenbergia pinnata, Wahlenbergia pinifolia, Wahlenbergia pilosa, Wahlenbergia peruviana, Wahlenbergia persimilis, Wahlenbergia pauciflora, Wahlenbergia constricta, Wahlenbergia tenuis, Wahlenbergia papuana,

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-357252: Based on the initial data import
Judith A. Petterson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.Petterson' in the authors string.