Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
whyteana
ID:
1411499

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker f.) Engl.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Veg. Erde [Engler] 9(3, 1): 170, in obs. 1915 [Pflanzenw. Afr.]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423964



Common Names

  • Knowltonia Whyteana
  • Whyteana's Knowltonia
  • Knowltonia's Whyteana


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Description

Knowltonia whyteana (also called the Whyte's Knowltonia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It has a single stem and can reach heights of up to 1 m. It has dark green leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Knowltonia whyteana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Knowltonia whyteana is a small, white flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Knowltonia whyteana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cutting has taken root. Once the cutting has taken root, it should be kept in a warm, sunny location. The plant should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Knowltonia whyteana

Knowltonia whyteana is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape province.

Knowltonia whyteana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Knowltonia whyteana?

Knowltonia whyteana

What is the common name of Knowltonia whyteana?

Whyte's Knowltonia

What is the natural habitat of Knowltonia whyteana?

Knowltonia whyteana is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of South Africa

Species in the Ranunculaceae family

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References

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:711512-1: Based on the initial data import