Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
fissoides
ID:
539020

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Haw.) C.Weber

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
in Baileya 21: 11. 1968.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538352



Common Names

  • Antegibbaeum fissoides
  • Fissured Antegibbaeum
  • Fissured Palm


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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum divergens Kensit [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum obtusum Haw. [illegitimate]
  • Gibbaeum fissoides (Haw.) Nel [invalid]
  • Gibbaeum nelii Schwantes ex H.Jacobsen [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum fissoides Haw. [unknown]

Description

Antegibbaeum fissoides (also called Fissid gibbaeum, among many other common names) is a species of succulent plant native to South Africa. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with creeping rhizomes and erect stems. It grows in dry, rocky habitats in deserts and semi-deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Antegibbaeum fissoides is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antegibbaeum fissoides has small, white flowers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antegibbaeum fissoides is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to North America and is found in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, non-flowering stems and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Antegibbaeum fissoides

Antegibbaeum fissoides is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky habitats.

Antegibbaeum fissoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antegibbaeum fissoides?

Antegibbaeum fissoides

What is the common name of Antegibbaeum fissoides?

Fissure Antegibbaeum

What is the natural habitat of Antegibbaeum fissoides?

Dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Antegibbaeum genus

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haw.' in the authors string.
Claude Weber: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Weber' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000538352: Based on the initial data import