Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Species:
wuppertalense
ID:
1333008

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.M.Marais

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 103: 149 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345462





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Description

Pelargonium wuppertalense (also called Wuppertal 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 wuppertalense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as cut flowers. It is also used in the perfume industry.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pelargonium wuppertalense has white 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 wuppertalense is best propagated by stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems, and should be about 4-6 inches long. The cuttings should be planted in a well-draining potting mix, and should be kept in a warm, bright location. Water regularly, and the cuttings should root in about 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Pelargonium wuppertalense

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

Pelargonium wuppertalense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pelargonium wuppertalense?

Pelargonium wuppertalense

What is the family of Pelargonium wuppertalense?

Geraniaceae

What is the natural habitat of Pelargonium wuppertalense?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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.