Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Species:
luteopetalum
ID:
1333007

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.M.Marais

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 103: 148 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345461





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Description

Pelargonium luteopetalum (also called yellow-petal pelargonium, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has yellow flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pelargonium luteopetalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as cut flowers. It has a pleasant aroma and is used to make potpourri. It is also used in the perfume industry.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pelargonium luteopetalum has yellow flowers with 5 petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pelargonium luteopetalum is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of about 1.5 m (5 ft). It has bright yellow, petal-like flowers that bloom in spring and summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Pelargonium luteopetalum

Pelargonium luteopetalum can be found in the mountains of South Africa.

Pelargonium luteopetalum FAQ

What is the common name of Pelargonium luteopetalum?

Geranium

What is the optimal temperature for Pelargonium luteopetalum?

60-75°F (16-24°C)

What is the optimal light for Pelargonium luteopetalum?

Bright, indirect light

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

Elizabeth M. Marais (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.M.Marais' in the authors string.