Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
perforata
ID:
716578

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blanco) Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 7: 236 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715911



Common Names

  • Harrisonia perforata
  • Perforated Harrisonia
  • Harrisonia Perforata


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Description

Harrisonia perforata (also called Perforate Rose, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Ethiopia. It has white flowers and grows up to 3 meters in height. It grows in rocky soils and in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Harrisonia perforata has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make a yellow dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Harrisonia perforata are white or pink in color and have five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Harrisonia perforata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. For cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early fall and place them in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Harrisonia perforata

Harrisonia perforata is native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Harrisonia perforata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Harrisonia perforata?

Harrisonia perforata

What is the common name of Harrisonia perforata?

Perforated Harrisonia

What type of plant is Harrisonia perforata?

Shrub

Species in the Harrisonia genus

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2839900: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Francisco Manuel Blanco (1779-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blanco' in the authors string.