Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
kiangombensis
ID:
1576846

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ngugi, Kirika & Mwachala

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2022

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 559: 295 (2022)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000040621



Common Names

  • Harveya kiangombensis
  • Kiangomb Harveya
  • Harveya Kiangombensis


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Description

Harveya kiangombensis (also called Kiangombe Harveya, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with white and pink flowers and a height of up to 30 cm. It is native to Zimbabwe and is found in meadows, pastures, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Harveya kiangombensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its essential oils are used in aromatherapy and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Harveya kiangombensis has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Harveya kiangombensis is a perennial herb that is native to tropical regions of the world. It is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a partially shaded area. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained, humus-rich soil and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Harveya kiangombensis

Harveya kiangombensis is found in the tropical rainforests of Zimbabwe.

Harveya kiangombensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Harveya kiangombensis?

Harveya kiangombensis

What is the common name of Harveya kiangombensis?

Kiangombe Harveya

What is the natural habitat of Harveya kiangombensis?

Tropical rainforest in the Eastern Arc Mountains, Tanzania

Species in the Harveya genus

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

IPNI Record: 77304587-1: Added by the Sept 2022 IPNI import.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77304587-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].