Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
crenatum
ID:
658658

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindau) P.G.Mey.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 3: 602 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000657990



Common Names

  • Duosperma crenatum
  • Crenate Duosperma
  • Crenate Duosperm


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Description

Duosperma crenatum (also called 'Crenate-leaved Duosperma', among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It grows in rocky and sandy soils in dry, sunny areas. The leaves are thick and fleshy, and are arranged in a rosette pattern. The flowers are yellow and daisy-like, and the plant produces small, round fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Duosperma crenatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Duosperma crenatum is yellow and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two seed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Duosperma crenatum is a perennial succulent native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from the stem and allow it to dry for a few days. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and water it lightly. The cutting should root in a few weeks. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Duosperma crenatum

Duosperma crenatum is native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Duosperma crenatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Duosperma crenatum?

Duosperma crenatum

What is the family of Duosperma crenatum?

Amaranthaceae

What is the common name of Duosperma crenatum?

Crenate Duosperma

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Paul Gerhard Meyer (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.G.Mey.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.