Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
angolensis
ID:
723963

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
cmp

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 18: 196 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723296



Common Names

  • Hiernia
  • Angolan Hiernia
  • Hiernia Angolensis


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Description

Hiernia angolensis (also called Angolan hiernia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a single stem. It is native to Africa and grows in dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hiernia angolensis is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hiernia angolensis is a white or yellow five-petaled bloom with a black center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hiernia angolensis is a perennial shrub native to tropical regions. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Hiernia angolensis

Hiernia angolensis is native to Angola. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Angola.

Hiernia angolensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hiernia angolensis?

Hiernia angolensis

What type of plant is Hiernia angolensis?

Herb

Where is Hiernia angolensis found?

Africa

Species in the Hiernia 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

Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:49609-1: 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].