Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vahliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
somalensis
ID:
1136695

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chiov.

Source:
tro

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Fl. Somala 1: 170 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001136033

Common Names

  • Vahlia somalensis
  • Somali Vahlia
  • Somali-Vahlia

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Description

Vahlia somalensis (also called Somali Vahlia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the alpine and subalpine regions of East Africa. It has small, oval leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist meadows, rocky slopes, and alpine grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Vahlia somalensis is an ornamental plant that is used in rock gardens and borders. It is also used to create ground cover and can be used to stabilize slopes. The leaves of this plant can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Vahlia somalensis sub. goddingii (E.A.Bruce) Bridson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vahlia somalensis has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Where to Find Vahlia somalensis

Vahlia somalensis is native to Somalia. It can be found in the wild in moist, shady areas, and is also available from nurseries and garden centers.

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