Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Species:
albersii
ID:
510601

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Becker

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Schumannia 5: 158 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509933



Common Names

  • Pelargonium albersii
  • Albers' Pelargonium
  • Albersii Pelargonium


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Description

Pelargonium albersii (also called Albers' Geranium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a thick, fleshy rootstock and grows to a height of about 30–50 cm. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pelargonium albersii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used to make tea and has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pelargonium albersii is white with a yellow center and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have green leaves and white stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pelargonium albersii can be propagated by stem cuttings or division. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly during the growing season.

Where to Find Pelargonium albersii

Pelargonium albersii is native to South Africa and can be found in areas with dry and sunny conditions.

Pelargonium albersii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pelargonium albersii?

Pelargonium albersii

What is the common name of Pelargonium albersii?

Albers' Pelargonium

What is the natural habitat of Pelargonium albersii?

Grasslands and scrublands of South Africa

Species in the Pelargonium genus

Pelargonium drummondii, Pelargonium eupatoriifolium, Pelargonium endlicherianum, Pelargonium christophoranum, Pelargonium cotyledonis, Pelargonium connivens, Pelargonium hirtipetalum, Pelargonium hermansdorpense, Pelargonium graveolens, Pelargonium helmsii, Pelargonium havlasae, Pelargonium hararense, Pelargonium insularis, Pelargonium gracile, Pelargonium githagineum, Pelargonium glabriphyllum, Pelargonium burgerianum, Pelargonium adriaanii, Pelargonium angustipetalum, Pelargonium aridicola, Pelargonium tripalmatum, Pelargonium tragacanthoides, Pelargonium theianthum, Pelargonium wonchiense, Pelargonium worcesterae, Pelargonium zonale, Pelargonium ochroleucum, Pelargonium mutans, Pelargonium nummulifolium, Pelargonium nanum, Pelargonium peltatum, Pelargonium pilosellifolium, Pelargonium littorale, Pelargonium luridum, Pelargonium laxum, Pelargonium minimum, Pelargonium mollicomum, Pelargonium rodneyanum, Pelargonium riversdalense, Pelargonium setosum, Pelargonium somalense, Pelargonium pubipetalum, Pelargonium quercetorum, Pelargonium quarciticola, Pelargonium reflexipetalum, Pelargonium redactum, Pelargonium cortusifolium, Pelargonium vanderwaltii, Pelargonium albersii, Pelargonium anauris,

Species in the Geraniaceae family

California macrophylla, Erodium aytacii, Erodium absinthoides, Erodium acaule, Erodium adenophorum, Erodium aethiopicum, Erodium aguilellae, Erodium alnifolium, Erodium alpinum, Erodium amanum, Erodium anaristatum, Erodium angustilobum, Erodium anthemidifolium, Erodium arborescens, Erodium asplenioides, Erodium astragaloides, Erodium atlanticum, Erodium aureum, Erodium battandierianum, Erodium beketowii, Erodium birandianum, Erodium boissieri, Erodium bolosii, Erodium botrys, Erodium brachycarpum, Erodium carvifolium, Erodium castellanum, Erodium cazorlanum, Erodium cedrorum, Erodium celtibericum, Erodium cheilanthifolium, Erodium chevallieri, Erodium chilense, Erodium chium, Erodium chrysanthum, Erodium ciconium, Erodium cicutarium, Erodium corsicum, Erodium crassifolium, Erodium crenatum, Erodium crinitum, Erodium crispum, Erodium cyconioides, Erodium cygnorum, Erodium cyrenaicum, Erodium daucoides, Erodium dimorphum, Erodium fallax, Erodium flexuosum, Erodium foetidum,

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