Hebenstretia angolensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angolensis
ID:
717164
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rolfe
Source:
cmp
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 24: 174 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716497
Common Names
- Angolensis Hebenstretia
- Angolensis Hebenstretias
- Angolensis Hebenstretias
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hebenstretia angolensis (also called 'Angolan Hebenstretia', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Angola. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces white flowers in the summer. Its native regions are Angola and Namibia, and it can be found in dry savannas and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Hebenstretia angolensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as it contains compounds that can help to reduce inflammation and improve circulation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hebenstretia angolensis has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hebenstretia angolensis is a hardy evergreen shrub that is native to New Zealand. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or sheltered spot outdoors. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix.
Where to Find Hebenstretia angolensis
Hebenstretia angolensis can be found in the dry savannas of Angola.
Hebenstretia angolensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hebenstretia angolensis?
Hebenstretia angolensis
What is the common name of Hebenstretia angolensis?
Hebenstretia angolensis
Where is Hebenstretia angolensis native to?
New Zealand
Species in the Hebenstretia genus
Hebenstretia angolensis, Hebenstretia dentata, Hebenstretia holubii, Hebenstretia oatesii, Hebenstretia anomala, Hebenstretia comosa, Hebenstretia cordata, Hebenstretia dregei, Hebenstretia dura, Hebenstretia fastigiosa, Hebenstretia glaucescens, Hebenstretia hamulosa, Hebenstretia integrifolia, Hebenstretia kamiesbergensis, Hebenstretia lanceolata, Hebenstretia minutiflora, Hebenstretia namaquensis, Hebenstretia neglecta, Hebenstretia paarlensis, Hebenstretia parviflora, Hebenstretia ramosissima, Hebenstretia rehmannii, Hebenstretia repens, Hebenstretia robusta, Hebenstretia sarcocarpa,
Species in the Scrophulariaceae family
Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,
References
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:813131-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].