Synonyms:
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Helichrysum auriculatum sensu Oliv. & Hiern
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Status:
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Native |
Description:
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See var. panduratum for general description. This variety is clearly distinguished by the leaves, which are more or less ovate, narrowing into a distinct pseudo-petiole, up to 1.5 cm long, not auriculate (centre).
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Notes:
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it often takes a long time for the capitula to open up, the involucral bracts enclosing the florets, giving the flower heads a whitish impression. |
Derivation of specific name:
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transvaalense: of the Transvaal (South Africa). |
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Worldwide distribution:
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Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Mpumalanga, South Africa. |
Zimbabwe distribution:
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C,E |
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Spot characters:
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Images last updated: |
Wednesday 12 September 2007 |
Literature:
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Hilliard, O.M. (1983). Asteraceae, Inuleae, Gnaphaliinae Flora of Southern Africa 33-7-2 Pages 201 - 203. (Includes a picture).
Mapaura, A. & Timberlake, J. (eds) (2004). A checklist of Zimbabwean vascular plants Southern African Botanical Diversity Network Report No. 33 Sabonet, Pretoria and Harare Page 26.
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