Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
congregatum
ID:
547845

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
in S. African Gard. 22: 177. 1932.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000547177



Common Names

  • Argyrocalymma congregatum
  • Congregated Argyrocalymma
  • Congregated-Leaf Argyrocalymma


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Synonyms

  • Argyroderma angustipetalum L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Argyroderma jacobsenianum Schwantes ex H.Jacobsen [unknown]
  • Argyroderma nortieri L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Argyroderma peersii L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Argyroderma rooipanense L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Argyroderma congregatum (also called 'Congregated Stoneplant', among many other common names) is a small, succulent plant native to South Africa. It has thick, fleshy leaves and produces small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Argyroderma congregatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argyroderma congregatum is small and white in color. Its seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a tuft of white hairs at the base of the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyroderma congregatum is an evergreen succulent that grows up to 10cm tall. It has small, fleshy leaves and small yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Argyroderma congregatum

Argyroderma congregatum is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Argyroderma congregatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyroderma congregatum?

Argyroderma congregatum

What is the common name of Argyroderma congregatum?

Congregated Argyroderma

What is the natural habitat of Argyroderma congregatum?

Dry, open areas, such as roadsides and disturbed sites

Species in the Aizoaceae family