Hereroa gracilis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 268. 1931.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720277
Common Names
- Hereroa gracilis
- Graceful Hereroa
- Graceful Hereroa-grass
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- Hereroa gracilis compressa L.Bolus [unknown]
Description
Hereroa gracilis (also called 'Graceful 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 gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hereroa gracilis has small white flowers, with yellow centers, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hereroa gracilis 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 gracilis
Hereroa gracilis can be found in moist meadows and along streams in South Africa.
Hereroa gracilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hereroa gracilis?
Hereroa gracilis
What is the common name of Hereroa gracilis?
Graceful Hereroa
Where is Hereroa gracilis native to?
Africa
Species in the Hereroa genus
Hereroa glenensis, Hereroa gracilis, Hereroa pallens, Hereroa wilmaniae, Hereroa acuminata, Hereroa aspera, Hereroa brevifolia, Hereroa calycina, Hereroa carinans, Hereroa concava, Hereroa crassa, Hereroa fimbriata, Hereroa granulata, Hereroa herrei, Hereroa hesperantha, Hereroa incurva, Hereroa joubertii, Hereroa latipetala, Hereroa muirii, Hereroa nelii, Hereroa odorata, Hereroa puttkameriana, Hereroa rehneltiana, Hereroa stanfordiae, Hereroa stenophylla, Hereroa tenuifolia, Hereroa teretifolia, Hereroa willowmorensis,
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000720277: Based on the initial data import