Hebenstretia dentata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dentata
ID:
717171
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 629 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716504
Common Names
- Dentata Hebenstretia
- Dentatas Hebenstretia
- Dentatas Hebenstretia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hebenstretia dentata (also called Toothleaf Hebenstretia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, oval leaves and produces white flowers in the summer. It is found in rocky areas and open shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Hebenstretia dentata 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 dentata has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hebenstretia dentata 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 dentata
Hebenstretia dentata can be found in the dry grasslands of South Africa.
Hebenstretia dentata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hebenstretia dentata?
Hebenstretia dentata
What is the common name of Hebenstretia dentata?
Hebenstretia dentata
Where is Hebenstretia dentata 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
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:813157-1: 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].