Status:
valid
Authors:
Cheek
Source:
ksu
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 61: 219 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507416
Common Names
- Vollesenii Hermannia
- Hermannia vollesenii
- Vollesenii Hermannia
Description
Hermannia vollesenii (also called Vollesen's Hermannia, 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 vollesenii is used for ornamental purposes and is also used in traditional medicine for treating colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hermannia vollesenii 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hermannia vollesenii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.
Where to Find Hermannia vollesenii
Hermannia vollesenii can be found in the South African Cape Province.
Hermannia vollesenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hermannia vollesenii?
Hermannia vollesenii
What is the natural habitat of Hermannia vollesenii?
Dry grasslands
What is the flowering season of Hermannia vollesenii?
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,