Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
valdiviana
ID:
724933

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Ravenna

Source:
cmp

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 1: 142 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724266

Common Names

  • Hollermayera valdiviana
  • Valdivia's Hollermayera
  • Valdiviana Hollermayera

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Synonyms

  • Armoracia valdiviana Phil. [unknown]
  • Hollermayera sylvatica O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Hollermayera silvatica O.E.Schulz in Werderm. [deprecated]

Description

Hollermayera valdiviana (also called the Valdivia hollermayera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Chile. It has white, star-shaped flowers with 6 petals and a single pistil. It grows in moist habitats, such as meadows and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Hollermayera valdiviana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach problems. It is also used as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hollermayera valdiviana has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hollermayera valdiviana is a terrestrial shrub native to Australia. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn and planted in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Hollermayera valdiviana

Hollermayera valdiviana is native to Chile.

Hollermayera valdiviana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hollermayera valdiviana?

Hollermayera valdiviana

What is the common name of Hollermayera valdiviana?

Valdivia's Hollermayera

What is the natural habitat of Hollermayera valdiviana?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Hollermayera genus

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2852410: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.