Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rebeloi
ID:
505182

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rourke

Source:
ksu

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 29: 263 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504514



Common Names

  • Serruria rebeloi
  • Rebelo's Sugarbush
  • Rebelo Sugarbush


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Description

Serruria rebeloi (also called Rebelo's Sugarbush, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub species with small, white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in open grasslands and scrublands at elevations of 0 to 1,000 meters. It grows in sunny, dry conditions and prefers to be in well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Serruria rebeloi is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Serruria rebeloi is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serruria rebeloi is a small, evergreen shrub, growing to a height of 2-3 feet. It is best grown in a sunny location and in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Serruria rebeloi

Serruria rebeloi is native to the Western Cape Province of South Africa.

Serruria rebeloi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serruria rebeloi?

Serruria rebeloi

What is the common name of Serruria rebeloi?

Rebelo's Spiderhead

What is the natural habitat of Serruria rebeloi?

It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky, sandy soils

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,