Pelargonium vanderwaltii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vanderwaltii
ID:
508420
Status:
valid
Authors:
van Jaarsv.
Source:
ksu
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Aloë 43: 32 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507752
Common Names
- Pelargonium vanderwaltii
- Vanderwaltii Pelargonium
- Pelargonium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pelargonium vanderwaltii (also called Vanderwalt's Pelargonium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, glossy green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Pelargonium vanderwaltii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pelargonium vanderwaltii is white with pink spots and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a green stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pelargonium vanderwaltii is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It is a hardy plant that can be grown in a variety of climates. It prefers a warm, dry environment and should be grown in a well-draining, organic-rich soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and kept in a warm, dry environment to ensure successful rooting.
Where to Find Pelargonium vanderwaltii
Pelargonium vanderwaltii can be found in the South African Cape Province.
Pelargonium vanderwaltii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pelargonium vanderwaltii?
Pelargonium vanderwaltii
What is the natural habitat of Pelargonium vanderwaltii?
It is native to South Africa.
What are the characteristics of Pelargonium vanderwaltii?
It is an evergreen shrub with small, pink flowers and oval-shaped leaves.
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
Ernst Jacobus van Jaarsveld (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van Jaarsv.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77078404-1: Based on the initial data import