Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
oatesii
ID:
717179

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
ksu

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Matabele Land , ed. 2: 406 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716512



Common Names

  • Oatesii Hebenstretia
  • Oatesiis Hebenstretia
  • Oatesiis Hebenstretia


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Description

Hebenstretia oatesii (also called Oates' 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 oatesii 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hebenstretia oatesii sub. inyangana Roessler
Hebenstretia oatesii sub. rhodesiana Roessler
Hebenstretia oatesii sub. oatesii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hebenstretia oatesii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Hebenstretia oatesii 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 oatesii

Hebenstretia oatesii can be found in the dry grasslands of South Africa.

Hebenstretia oatesii FAQ

What are the common uses of Hebenstretia oatesii?

Hebenstretia oatesii is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

What type of soil does Hebenstretia oatesii prefer?

Hebenstretia oatesii prefers well-drained, fertile soil.

How much sunlight does Hebenstretia oatesii need?

Hebenstretia oatesii needs full sun to partial shade to thrive.

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:813138-1: 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].