Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
welwitschii
ID:
811026

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rolfe) D.F.Otieno

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 261: 37 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810360



Common Names

  • Syncolostemon welwitschii
  • Welwitschii Syncolostemon
  • Welwitschii


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Description

Syncolostemon welwitschii (also called 'Red Sage' and 'Red Salvia', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It has bright red flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas and in open grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Syncolostemon welwitschii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Syncolostemon welwitschii is white with yellow centers and tubular in shape. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syncolostemon welwitschii is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Syncolostemon welwitschii

Syncolostemon welwitschii is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Syncolostemon welwitschii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syncolostemon welwitschii?

Syncolostemon welwitschii

What is the common name of Syncolostemon welwitschii?

Welwitsch's Syncolostemon

What is the natural habitat of Syncolostemon welwitschii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Syncolostemon genus

Syncolostemon argenteus, Syncolostemon comptonii, Syncolostemon concinnus, Syncolostemon densiflorus, Syncolostemon eriocephalus, Syncolostemon flabellifolius, Syncolostemon latidens, Syncolostemon macranthus, Syncolostemon macrophyllus, Syncolostemon parviflorus, Syncolostemon ramulosus, Syncolostemon rotundifolius, Syncolostemon albiflorus, Syncolostemon bolusii, Syncolostemon bracteosus, Syncolostemon canescens, Syncolostemon comosus, Syncolostemon elliottii, Syncolostemon floccosus, Syncolostemon foliosus, Syncolostemon gerrardii, Syncolostemon incanus, Syncolostemon linearis, Syncolostemon madagascariensis, Syncolostemon modestus, Syncolostemon obermeyerae, Syncolostemon oritrephes, Syncolostemon ornatus, Syncolostemon parvifolius, Syncolostemon persimilis, Syncolostemon petiolatus, Syncolostemon pretoriae, Syncolostemon punctatus, Syncolostemon ramosus, Syncolostemon rehmannii, Syncolostemon rugosifolius, Syncolostemon stalmansii, Syncolostemon stenophyllus, Syncolostemon subvelutinus, Syncolostemon teucriifolius, Syncolostemon thorncroftii, Syncolostemon transvaalensis, Syncolostemon welwitschii, Syncolostemon cinereus, Syncolostemon namapaensis, Syncolostemon aurulentus,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-348611: Based on the initial data import
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
Donald F. Otieno: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.F.Otieno' in the authors string.