Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
crateriforme
ID:
547846

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) N.E.Br.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 79: 268. 1926.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000547178



Common Names

  • Argyrocalymma crateriforme
  • Crateriform Argyrocalymma
  • Crateriform-Leaf Argyrocalymma


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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum crateriforme L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Argyroderma pulvinare L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Argyroderma subrotundum L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Argyroderma crateriforme (also called 'Crateriform 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 crateriforme 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 crateriforme 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 crateriforme 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 crateriforme

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

Argyroderma crateriforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyroderma crateriforme?

Argyroderma crateriforme

What is the common name of Argyroderma crateriforme?

Crateriforme Living Stone

What is the natural habitat of Argyroderma crateriforme?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000547178: Based on the initial data import