Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudathiensis
ID:
508082

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cheek

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 61: 217 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507414



Common Names

  • Pseudathiensis Hermannia
  • Hermannia pseudathiensis
  • Pseudathiensis Hermannia


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Description

Hermannia pseudathiensis (also called False Athi, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is commonly found in dry, open grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hermannia pseudathiensis is used for ornamental purposes and is also used in traditional medicine for treating indigestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hermannia pseudathiensis is a white to yellow-green, 5-petalled flower with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed with a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a diameter of 0.5-1 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hermannia pseudathiensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. The plant prefers a sunny position and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Hermannia pseudathiensis

Hermannia pseudathiensis can be found in South Africa.

Hermannia pseudathiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hermannia pseudathiensis?

Hermannia pseudathiensis

What is the natural habitat of Hermannia pseudathiensis?

Dry grasslands

What is the flowering season of Hermannia pseudathiensis?

Spring

Species in the Hermannia genus

Hermannia pseudathiensis, Hermannia pseudofischeri, Hermannia vollesenii, Hermannia albiensis, Hermannia boranensis, Hermannia cordata, Hermannia cuneifolia, Hermannia denudata, Hermannia dichroma, Hermannia diversistipula, Hermannia erlangeriana, Hermannia ernesti-ruschii, Hermannia filifolia, Hermannia fischeri, Hermannia gilesii, Hermannia glanduligera, Hermannia glandulossisima, Hermannia johnstonii, Hermannia macrobotrys, Hermannia modesta, Hermannia paniculata, Hermannia pearsonii, Hermannia procumbens, Hermannia quartiniana, Hermannia salvifolia, Hermannia setosa, Hermannia teitensis, Hermannia testacea, Hermannia tigrensis, Hermannia torrei, Hermannia uhligii, Hermannia viscosa, Hermannia volkensii, Hermannia waltherioides, Hermannia salviifolia, Hermannia jacobeifolia, Hermannia exappendiculata, Hermannia pauciflora, Hermannia texana, Hermannia abrotanoides, Hermannia affinis, Hermannia alnifolia, Hermannia althaeifolia, Hermannia althaeoides, Hermannia amabilis, Hermannia amoena, Hermannia angularis, Hermannia antonii, Hermannia argillicola, Hermannia aspera,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,