Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild. & T.Durand
Source:
ksu
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Pl. Thonn. Congol. : 35 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716126
Common Names
- Harveya thonneri
- Thonner's Harveya
- Harveya Thonneri
Description
Harveya thonneri (also called 'Thonner's Harveya', among many other common names) is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Africa, occurring in Kenya and Tanzania. It is found in dry, rocky areas, in open woodland, and in scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Harveya thonneri is a hardy shrub that can be used as a hedge or windbreak. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers attract birds and bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Harveya thonneri has white flowers with yellow centres and a diameter of around 1 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Harveya thonneri is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the tropical regions of Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a warm, sunny position and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It can be pruned to keep it in shape.
Where to Find Harveya thonneri
Harveya thonneri is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Harveya thonneri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Harveya thonneri?
Harveya thonneri
What is the common name of Harveya thonneri?
Thonner's Harveya
What is the natural habitat of Harveya thonneri?
It is native to South Africa and is found in dry grassland and scrubland habitats
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:803622-1: 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].