Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Species:
cotyledonis
ID:
466968

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) L'Hér.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew. 2: 428 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000466300



Common Names

  • Pelargonium Cotyledonis
  • Cotyledonis Pelargonium
  • Pelargonium


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Synonyms

  • Pelargonium cotyledon G.Don [unknown]
  • Erodium sempervivum Roxb. [unknown]
  • Geranium cotyledonis L. [unknown]
  • Isopetalum cotyledonis Sweet [unknown]

Description

Pelargonium cotyledonis (also called Cotyledon Pelargonium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has large, lobed leaves and pink or white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pelargonium cotyledonis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food and fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pelargonium cotyledonis is yellow-orange in colour and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and dark brown in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pelargonium cotyledonis is a shrub native to South Africa. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is generally done through cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown on the surface of the soil and lightly covered with a thin layer of soil. Keep the soil moist and the temperature between 20-25°C (68-77°F). Germination should occur within 2-4 weeks.

Where to Find Pelargonium cotyledonis

Pelargonium cotyledonis is found in South Africa.

Pelargonium cotyledonis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pelargonium cotyledonis?

Pelargonium cotyledonis

What is the family of Pelargonium cotyledonis?

Geraniaceae

What is the habitat of Pelargonium cotyledonis?

It is found in dry, rocky areas and along roadsides

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Charles Louis L'Héritier de Brutelle (1746-1800): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L'Hér.' in the authors string.