Carpobrotus glaucescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaucescens
ID:
588936
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Haw.) Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
in Gartenflora 77: 69. 1928.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588268
Common Names
- Carpobrotus glaucescens
- Glaucescens Carpobrotus
- Carpobrotus Glaucescens
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Carpobrotus glaucescens (also called 'Glaucous Carpobrotus', among many other common names) is a small, perennial succulent native to South Africa. It has multiple stems that grow up to 1 m tall and is covered with small, yellow flowers. It prefers dry, sunny habitats such as rocky slopes and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Carpobrotus glaucescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a stabilizer for sand dunes. It is also used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Carpobrotus glaucescens is a bright pink daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, triangular-shaped seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Carpobrotus glaucescens is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial succulent with a rosette of fleshy, grey-green leaves. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rosettes. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division of the rosettes should be done in spring or early summer. The rosettes should be carefully separated and planted in individual containers with a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Carpobrotus glaucescens
Carpobrotus glaucescens is native to South Africa and can be found in coastal areas with sandy soils.
Carpobrotus glaucescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carpobrotus glaucescens?
Carpobrotus glaucescens
What is the common name of Carpobrotus glaucescens?
Coastal Pigface
What is the native range of Carpobrotus glaucescens?
Australia
Species in the Carpobrotus genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haw.' in the authors string.
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000588268: Based on the initial data import