Hereroa nelii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
in Monatsschr. Deutsch. Kakteen-Ges. 1: 14. 1929.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293198
Common Names
- Hereroa nelii
- Hereroa
- Nelii Hereroa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hereroa nelii (also called Nel's Hereroa, among many other common names) is a small succulent shrub that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, grey-green leaves that grow in clusters and are covered with a white, powdery coating.
Uses & Benefits
Hereroa nelii is used as a medicinal plant and for its ornamental value. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and is known for its drought tolerance.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hereroa nelii is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hereroa nelii is a slow-growing succulent shrub that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Hereroa nelii requires very little water and should be watered only when the soil is completely dry.
Where to Find Hereroa nelii
Hereroa nelii is native to Namibia and Angola. It is found in rocky areas, on sandstone slopes, and in dry grassland.
Hereroa nelii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hereroa nelii?
Hereroa nelii
What type of plant is Hereroa nelii?
It is a shrub
Where is Hereroa nelii found?
It is found in South 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
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001293198: Based on the initial data import