Hebenstretia holubii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
holubii
ID:
717176
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rolfe
Source:
cmp
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 5: 266 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716509
Common Names
- Holubii Hebenstretia
- Holubii Hebenstretias
- Holubii Hebenstretias
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hebenstretia holubii (also called Holub's 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 holubii 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 holubii 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 holubii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Cut back stems in late winter to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Hebenstretia holubii
Hebenstretia holubii can be found in the dry grasslands of South Africa.
Hebenstretia holubii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hebenstretia holubii?
Hebenstretia holubii
What is the common name of Hebenstretia holubii?
Hebenstretia holubii
Where is Hebenstretia holubii 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:813170-1: 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].