Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glenensis
ID:
720943

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 233. 1950.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720276

Common Names

  • Hereroa glenensis
  • Glen's Hereroa
  • Glen's Hereroa-grass

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Synonyms

  • Bergeranthus glenensis N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Hereroa glenensis (also called 'Glen's Hereroa', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is a member of the Asteraceae family and is characterized by its small, white flowers and its small, deeply lobed leaves. It typically grows in moist, open areas such as meadows, riverbanks and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Hereroa glenensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hereroa glenensis has small, yellowish-green flowers with four petals and four sepals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped, and its seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hereroa glenensis is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It is typically grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed, division, or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Stem cuttings should be taken in the fall.

Where to Find Hereroa glenensis

Hereroa glenensis can be found in moist meadows and along streams in South Africa.

Hereroa glenensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hereroa glenensis?

Hereroa glenensis

What is the common name of Hereroa glenensis?

Glen's Hereroa

Where is Hereroa glenensis native to?

Africa

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000720276: Based on the initial data import