Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
delaetii
ID:
547848

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


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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.

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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 Aizoaceae family