Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
wittei
ID:
820211

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. Upsal. 21(1): 180 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819545



Common Names

  • Wahlenbergia wittei
  • Witte's Wahlenbergia
  • Witte's Bluebell


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Description

Wahlenbergia wittei (also called Witte's Bellflower, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial herb found in South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a terminal inflorescence. It is found in rocky areas, grassland, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Wahlenbergia wittei is a popular garden plant with its small, white, bell-shaped flowers. It is often used as a groundcover in gardens, and its foliage is often used in flower arrangements. It is also a popular choice for rock gardens, borders, and as a container plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Wahlenbergia wittei is a white, 5-petalled corolla with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid, and smooth. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wahlenbergia wittei is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Wahlenbergia wittei should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Wahlenbergia wittei

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

Wahlenbergia wittei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wahlenbergia wittei?

Wahlenbergia wittei

What type of plant is Wahlenbergia wittei?

Herb

Where is Wahlenbergia wittei 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-357297: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.