Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Species:
adriaanii
ID:
467716

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Becker & F.Albers

Source:
ksu

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 126: 154 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000467048

Common Names

  • Pelargonium adriaanii
  • Adriaan's Pelargonium
  • Adriaan's Pelargonium Plant

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Description

Pelargonium adriaanii (also called Adriaan's Pelargonium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky soils in open woodlands and along the edges of streams. It has small, oval leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pelargonium adriaanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pelargonium adriaanii is a small, white or yellowish-white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pelargonium adriaanii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and does not require frequent watering. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Pelargonium adriaanii

Pelargonium adriaanii is native to South Africa. It can be found in dry grasslands and other disturbed habitats.

Pelargonium adriaanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pelargonium adriaanii?

Pelargonium adriaanii

What is the common name of Pelargonium adriaanii?

Adriaan's Pelargonium

What is the natural habitat of Pelargonium adriaanii?

Tropical forests of South Africa

Species in the Pelargonium genus

Pelargonium drummondii, Pelargonium eupatoriifolium, Pelargonium endlicherianum, Pelargonium christophoranum, Pelargonium cotyledonis, Pelargonium connivens, Pelargonium hirtipetalum, Pelargonium hermansdorpense, Pelargonium graveolens, Pelargonium helmsii, Pelargonium havlasae, Pelargonium hararense, Pelargonium insularis, Pelargonium gracile, Pelargonium githagineum, Pelargonium glabriphyllum, Pelargonium burgerianum, Pelargonium adriaanii, Pelargonium angustipetalum, Pelargonium aridicola, Pelargonium tripalmatum, Pelargonium tragacanthoides, Pelargonium theianthum, Pelargonium wonchiense, Pelargonium worcesterae, Pelargonium zonale, Pelargonium ochroleucum, Pelargonium mutans, Pelargonium nummulifolium, Pelargonium nanum, Pelargonium peltatum, Pelargonium pilosellifolium, Pelargonium littorale, Pelargonium luridum, Pelargonium laxum, Pelargonium minimum, Pelargonium mollicomum, Pelargonium rodneyanum, Pelargonium riversdalense, Pelargonium setosum, Pelargonium somalense, Pelargonium pubipetalum, Pelargonium quercetorum, Pelargonium quarciticola, Pelargonium reflexipetalum, Pelargonium redactum, Pelargonium cortusifolium, Pelargonium vanderwaltii, Pelargonium albersii, Pelargonium anauris,

Species in the Geraniaceae family

California macrophylla, Erodium aytacii, Erodium absinthoides, Erodium acaule, Erodium adenophorum, Erodium aethiopicum, Erodium aguilellae, Erodium alnifolium, Erodium alpinum, Erodium amanum, Erodium anaristatum, Erodium angustilobum, Erodium anthemidifolium, Erodium arborescens, Erodium asplenioides, Erodium astragaloides, Erodium atlanticum, Erodium aureum, Erodium battandierianum, Erodium beketowii, Erodium birandianum, Erodium boissieri, Erodium bolosii, Erodium botrys, Erodium brachycarpum, Erodium carvifolium, Erodium castellanum, Erodium cazorlanum, Erodium cedrorum, Erodium celtibericum, Erodium cheilanthifolium, Erodium chevallieri, Erodium chilense, Erodium chium, Erodium chrysanthum, Erodium ciconium, Erodium cicutarium, Erodium corsicum, Erodium crassifolium, Erodium crenatum, Erodium crinitum, Erodium crispum, Erodium cyconioides, Erodium cygnorum, Erodium cyrenaicum, Erodium daucoides, Erodium dimorphum, Erodium fallax, Erodium flexuosum, Erodium foetidum,

References

Focke Albers (1940-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Albers' in the authors string.
Matthias Becker: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Becker' in the authors string.