Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
pergamentaceus
ID:
716626

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) S.A.Hammer

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
in Haseltonia 3: . 1995.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715959

Common Names

  • Hartmanthus pergamentaceus
  • Pergamentaceus Hartmanthus
  • Hartmanthus Hartmanthus

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Description

Hartmanthus pergamentaceus (also called Parchment-Like Hartmanthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows up to 2 meters in height. It grows in rocky soils and in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hartmanthus pergamentaceus is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hartmanthus pergamentaceus are white or pink in color and have five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hartmanthus pergamentaceus is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 6 inches tall.

Where to Find Hartmanthus pergamentaceus

Hartmanthus pergamentaceus is native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Hartmanthus pergamentaceus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hartmanthus pergamentaceus?

Hartmanthus pergamentaceus

What is the common name of Hartmanthus pergamentaceus?

Parchment Hartmanthus

What is the natural habitat of Hartmanthus pergamentaceus?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Hartmanthus genus

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Steven Allen Hammer (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Hammer' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000715959: Based on the initial data import