Wiborgiella mucronata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mucronata
ID:
745689
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Boatwr. & B.-E.van Wyk
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot.75: 555 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745022
Common Names
- Wiborgiella mucronata
- Mucronate Wiborgiella
- Mucronate Wiborgiella Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Wiborgiella mucronata (also called Mucronate Wiborgiella, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It has small, ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It is typically found in grasslands and prefers sunny, dry environments.
Uses & Benefits
Wiborgiella mucronata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and also as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Wiborgiella mucronata is white in colour and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small, round, and brown in colour. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and are covered in short, white hairs.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Wiborgiella mucronata is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Wiborgiella mucronata
Wiborgiella mucronata is native to South Africa and can be found in the Northern Cape and Western Cape provinces.
Wiborgiella mucronata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Wiborgiella mucronata?
Wiborgiella mucronata
What is the common name of Wiborgiella mucronata?
Mucronate wiborgiella
What is the natural habitat of Wiborgiella mucronata?
It is found in lowland and montane forests in Southeast Asia
Species in the Wiborgiella genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ben-Erik van Wyk (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.-E.van Wyk' in the authors string.
James S. Boatwright: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boatwr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77100915-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Wiborgiella mucronata (Benth.) Boatwr. & B.-E.van Wyk: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.