Status:
valid
Authors:
C.A.Maass
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
in Z. Sukkulentenk. 3: 180. 1928.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000547180
Common Names
- Argyroderma delaetii
- De Laet's Argyroderma
- De Laet's Leaf Argyroderma
Synonyms
- Argyroderma aureum L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma australe L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma blandum L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma boreale L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma brevitubum L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma carinatum L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma citrinum L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma concinnum Schwantes [unknown]
- Argyroderma densipetalum L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma formosum L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma gregarium L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma latifolium L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma lesliei N.E.Br. [unknown]
- Argyroderma leucanthum L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma longipes L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma planum L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma productum L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma reniforme L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma schuldtii Schwantes ex H.Jacobsen [unknown]
- Argyroderma speciosum L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma splendens L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma testiculare roseum (Haw.) N.E.Br. [valid]
- Argyroderma cuneatipetalum L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma delaetii purpureum C.A.Maass [unknown]
- Argyroderma rooipanense L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma roseum delaetii (C.A.Maass) G.D.Rowley [illegitimate]
- Argyroderma testiculare roseum N.E.Br. [illegitimate]
- Mesembryanthemum octophyllum roseum Haw. [unknown]
Description
Argyroderma delaetii (also called 'Delaet's 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 delaetii 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 delaetii 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Argyroderma delaetii 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 delaetii
Argyroderma delaetii is found in the Northern Cape and Western Cape provinces of South Africa.
Argyroderma delaetii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argyroderma delaetii?
Argyroderma delaetii
What is the common name of Argyroderma delaetii?
Delaetii Living Stone
What is the natural habitat of Argyroderma delaetii?
Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands
Species in the Argyroderma genus
Argyroderma congregatum,
Argyroderma crateriforme,
Argyroderma delaetii,
Argyroderma fissum,
Argyroderma octophyllum,
Argyroderma patens,
Argyroderma pearsonii,
Argyroderma ringens,
Argyroderma subalbum,
Argyroderma testiculare,
Argyroderma theartii,
Argyroderma framesii,
Species in the Aizoaceae family