Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pallens
ID:
720946

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 156. 1939.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720279

Common Names

  • Hereroa pallens
  • Pale Hereroa
  • Pale Hereroa Bush

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Description

Hereroa pallens (also called 'Pale 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 pallens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hereroa pallens 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Hereroa pallens 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 pallens

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

Hereroa pallens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hereroa pallens?

Hereroa pallens

What is the common name of Hereroa pallens?

Pallid Hereroa

Where is Hereroa pallens native to?

Africa

Species in the Aizoaceae family