Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
langebergensis
ID:
453345

Status:
valid

Authors:
Levyns

Source:
ksu

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. , Suppl. 2: 88 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000452677

Common Names

  • Muraltia langebergensis
  • Langebergensis Muraltia
  • Muraltia Langebergensis

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Description

Muraltia langebergensis (also called Langeberg Muraltia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the western United States and Canada. It typically grows in moist, open areas such as wetlands, streams, and rivers. It has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center, and thin, linear leaves with a lanceolate shape.

Uses & Benefits

Muraltia langebergensis has been used for medicinal purposes, such as for treating skin diseases, digestive disorders, and as an antiseptic. It has also been used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a fertilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Muraltia langebergensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Muraltia langebergensis is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Muraltia langebergensis

Muraltia langebergensis is native to South Africa.

Muraltia langebergensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Muraltia langebergensis?

Muraltia langebergensis

What is the common name of Muraltia langebergensis?

Langeberg Muraltia

What is the natural habitat of Muraltia langebergensis?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Muraltia genus

Muraltia langebergensis, Muraltia lancifolia, Muraltia ericifolia, Muraltia leptorhiza, Muraltia spinosa, Muraltia acerosa, Muraltia acicularis, Muraltia acipetala, Muraltia aciphylla, Muraltia alba, Muraltia alopecuroides, Muraltia alticola, Muraltia angulosa, Muraltia angustiflora, Muraltia arachnoidea, Muraltia aspalatha, Muraltia aspalathoides, Muraltia asparagifolia, Muraltia barkerae, Muraltia bolusii, Muraltia brachyceras, Muraltia brachypetala, Muraltia striata, Muraltia caledonensis, Muraltia calycina, Muraltia capensis, Muraltia carnosa, Muraltia chamaepitys, Muraltia ciliaris, Muraltia cliffortiifolia, Muraltia collina, Muraltia commutata, Muraltia comptonii, Muraltia concava, Muraltia crassifolia, Muraltia curvipetala, Muraltia cuspifolia, Muraltia cyclolopha, Muraltia decipiens, Muraltia demissa, Muraltia depressa, Muraltia diabolica, Muraltia dispersa, Muraltia divaricata, Muraltia dumosa, Muraltia elsieae, Muraltia empetroides, Muraltia empleuridioides, Muraltia ericaefolia, Muraltia ericoides,

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,