Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
williamsonii
ID:
508344

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.E.Steiner

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 36: 39 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507676



Common Names

  • Nemesia williamsonii
  • Williamson's Nemesia
  • Williamson's Nemesia


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Description

Nemesia williamsonii (also called African Snapdragon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Scrophulariaceae. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and rocky areas. It is an annual herb with small, tubular flowers that are typically bright yellow or orange.

Uses & Benefits

Nemesia williamsonii is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nemesia williamsonii is yellow and star-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nemesia williamsonii is a small, perennial herbaceous plant that is native to India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. It is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilize the plant every month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Nemesia williamsonii

Nemesia williamsonii is native to South Africa.

Nemesia williamsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nemesia williamsonii?

Nemesia williamsonii

What is the common name of Nemesia williamsonii?

Williamson's nemesia

What is the natural habitat of Nemesia williamsonii?

It is native to South Africa and is found in moist meadows

Species in the Nemesia genus

Nemesia glabriuscula, Nemesia micrantha, Nemesia umbonata, Nemesia silvatica, Nemesia rupicola, Nemesia hemiptera, Nemesia williamsonii, Nemesia aurantia, Nemesia suaveolens, Nemesia acuminata, Nemesia affinis, Nemesia albiflora, Nemesia anfracta, Nemesia anisocarpa, Nemesia azurea, Nemesia barbata, Nemesia bicornis, Nemesia bodkinii, Nemesia brevicalcarata, Nemesia calcarata, Nemesia cheiranthus, Nemesia chrysolopha, Nemesia caerulea, Nemesia cynanchifolia, Nemesia denticulata, Nemesia diffusa, Nemesia euryceras, Nemesia fleckii, Nemesia floribunda, Nemesia fruticans, Nemesia glaucescens, Nemesia gracilis, Nemesia grandiflora, Nemesia hanoverica, Nemesia ionantha, Nemesia karasbergensis, Nemesia karroensis, Nemesia lanceolata, Nemesia leipoldtii, Nemesia ligulata, Nemesia lilacina, Nemesia linearis, Nemesia lucida, Nemesia macrocarpa, Nemesia macroceras, Nemesia maxii, Nemesia melissifolia, Nemesia pageae, Nemesia pallida, Nemesia parviflora,

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

Kim E. Steiner (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.E.Steiner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77079436-1: 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].