Knowltonia whytei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
whytei
ID:
357889
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Veg. Erde 9(III 1): 170 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357221
Common Names
- Knowltonia whytei
- Whytei Knowltonia
- Knowltonia
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Knowltonia whytei (also called Whyte's Knowltonia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southwestern United States. It has small, dark green leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Knowltonia whytei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties and as a source of timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Knowltonia whytei has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The flowers are followed by round, papery seed capsules that turn from green to a golden brown color when ripe. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a long taproot and a pair of opposite, compound leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Knowltonia whytei is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It is native to South Africa and grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Knowltonia whytei
Knowltonia whytei is native to South Africa.
Knowltonia whytei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Knowltonia whytei?
Knowltonia whytei
What is the common name of Knowltonia whytei?
White's Blister Bush
What is the natural habitat of Knowltonia whytei?
Native to South Africa, Knowltonia whytei is typically found in dry, rocky habitats.
Species in the Knowltonia genus
Knowltonia anemonoides, Knowltonia vesicatoria, Knowltonia whytei, Knowltonia capensis, Knowltonia cordata, Knowltonia filia, Knowltonia bracteata, Knowltonia transvaalensis, Knowltonia brevistylis, Knowltonia caffra, Knowltonia integrifolia, Knowltonia moorei, Knowltonia balliana, Knowltonia mexicana, Knowltonia sellowii, Knowltonia chilensis, Knowltonia hootae, Knowltonia hepaticifolia, Knowltonia assisbrasiliana, Knowltonia crassifolia, Knowltonia major, Knowltonia fanninii, Knowltonia tenuifolia, Knowltonia helleborifolia, Knowltonia whyteana, Knowltonia peruviana,
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:711512-1: Based on the initial data import