Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
versicolor
ID:
716797

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenw. Ost-Afrikas , C: 362 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716130



Common Names

  • Harveya versicolor
  • Multicolored Harveya
  • Harveya Versicolor


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Description

Harveya versicolor (also called 'Multicolored 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 versicolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Harveya versicolor 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Harveya versicolor 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 versicolor

Harveya versicolor is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Harveya versicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Harveya versicolor?

Harveya versicolor

What is the common name of Harveya versicolor?

Multicolored Harveya

What is the natural habitat of Harveya versicolor?

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

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:803628-1: 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].