Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
herbacoursi
ID:
333521

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Hallé

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Fl. Gabon 12: 88 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000332853

Common Names

  • Virectaria herbacoursi
  • Herbacoursi Virectaria
  • Herbacoursi Virectaria

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Description

Virectaria herbacoursi (also called Herbacours' Virectaria, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Western Australia. It has small, feathery leaves and pink and white flowers. It grows in sandy soils in heathland, shrubland, and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Virectaria herbacoursi is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as cut flowers. It has a pleasant scent and is attractive to bees and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Virectaria herbacoursi var. herbacoursi
Virectaria herbacoursi var. petrophila N.Hallé

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Virectaria herbacoursi has white flowers with four petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Virectaria herbacoursi is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Virectaria herbacoursi

Virectaria herbacoursi can be found in the south-west of Western Australia, in areas such as Perth and Albany.

Virectaria herbacoursi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Virectaria herbacoursi?

Virectaria herbacoursi

What is the common name of Virectaria herbacoursi?

Herbacoursi Virectaria

What is the natural habitat of Virectaria herbacoursi?

Dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-213233: Based on the initial data import
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.