Pelargonium christophoranum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
christophoranum
ID:
466873
Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 22: 428 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000466205
Common Names
- Pelargonium christophoranum
- Christophoranum Pelargonium
- Christopher's Geranium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pelargonium christophoranum (also called 'Storksbill', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Geraniaceae family. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky habitats. It is an erect, annual herb with deeply divided leaves and pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pelargonium christophoranum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pelargonium christophoranum has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pelargonium christophoranum is a species of flowering plant found in tropical and subtropical Africa. It is a terrestrial plant, meaning it grows on land. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers bright indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. It should be fertilized regularly during the growing season.
Where to Find Pelargonium christophoranum
Pelargonium christophoranum is native to South Africa.
Pelargonium christophoranum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pelargonium christophoranum?
Pelargonium christophoranum
What is the common name of Pelargonium christophoranum?
Christophoranum Pelargonium
Where is Pelargonium christophoranum found?
Pelargonium christophoranum is found in South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe
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,
References
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:375860-1: Based on the initial data import