Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
balanocephala
ID:
1107801

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rourke

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 24: 6 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001107139



Common Names

  • Serruria balanocephala
  • Serruria Balanocephala
  • Serruria balanocephala


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Description

Serruria balanocephala (also called White Spiderhead, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has long, thin, wiry stems and small, white to pink flowers. It is found in a variety of habitats, from rocky areas to grasslands and fynbos.

Uses & Benefits

Serruria balanocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is drought tolerant and has a long flowering season, making it a popular choice for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Serruria balanocephala is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serruria balanocephala is a hardy evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from seeds and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is best to water it regularly during the growing season and keep the soil slightly moist. It can be propagated by seed or by taking cuttings.

Where to Find Serruria balanocephala

Serruria balanocephala is native to South Africa and can be found in the southern part of the country.

Species in the Serruria genus

Serruria heterophylla, Serruria brownii, Serruria decumbens, Serruria villosa, Serruria phylicoides, Serruria nivenii, Serruria scoparia, Serruria rebeloi, Serruria acrocarpa, Serruria adscendens, Serruria aemula, Serruria rosea, Serruria aitonii, Serruria barbigera, Serruria bergii, Serruria bolusii, Serruria candicans, Serruria chlamydiflora, Serruria collina, Serruria concinna, Serruria confragosa, Serruria cyanoides, Serruria cygnea, Serruria decipiens, Serruria dodii, Serruria elongata, Serruria elumbis, Serruria fallax, Serruria fasciflora, Serruria flagellifolia, Serruria flava, Serruria florida, Serruria foliosa, Serruria frondosa, Serruria fucifolia, Serruria furcellata, Serruria glomerata, Serruria hirsuta, Serruria inconspicua, Serruria incrassata, Serruria kraussii, Serruria leipoldtii, Serruria linearis, Serruria meisneriana, Serruria millefolia, Serruria montana, Serruria nervosa, Serruria pedunculata, Serruria pinnata, Serruria pulchella,

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

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