Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
corniculatum
ID:
595507

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Schwantes

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
in Gartenflora 77: 69. 1928.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594839



Common Names

  • Cape Rush
  • Cape Spear Grass
  • Cape Spear Rush


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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum dissimile N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum corniculatum L. [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum ceresianum L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum dissimile (N.E.Br.) Schwantes [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum validum Salm-Dyck [illegitimate]

Description

Cephalophyllum corniculatum (also called Corniculate Cephalophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico. It is an evergreen shrub, up to 2 meters tall. It is found in dry, rocky areas, often in association with other shrubs.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalophyllum corniculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used in the production of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cephalophyllum corniculatum is white and star-shaped. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalophyllum corniculatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, sunny locations and can tolerate some flooding. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers moist, sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Cephalophyllum corniculatum

Cephalophyllum corniculatum is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Nayarit and Sinaloa.

Cephalophyllum corniculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalophyllum corniculatum?

Cephalophyllum corniculatum

What is the common name of Cephalophyllum corniculatum?

Horned Stonecrop

What is the natural habitat of Cephalophyllum corniculatum?

Rocky slopes and crevices

Species in the Cephalophyllum genus

Cephalophyllum alstonii, Cephalophyllum caespitosum, Cephalophyllum compressum, Cephalophyllum confusum, Cephalophyllum corniculatum, Cephalophyllum curtophyllum, Cephalophyllum diversiphyllum, Cephalophyllum ebracteatum, Cephalophyllum framesii, Cephalophyllum fulleri, Cephalophyllum goodii, Cephalophyllum griseum, Cephalophyllum hallii, Cephalophyllum herrei, Cephalophyllum inaequale, Cephalophyllum loreum, Cephalophyllum niveum, Cephalophyllum numeesense, Cephalophyllum parvibracteatum, Cephalophyllum parviflorum, Cephalophyllum parvulum, Cephalophyllum pillansii, Cephalophyllum pulchellum, Cephalophyllum pulchrum, Cephalophyllum purpureoalbum, Cephalophyllum regale, Cephalophyllum rigidum, Cephalophyllum rostellum, Cephalophyllum spissum, Cephalophyllum staminodiosum, Cephalophyllum subulatoides, Cephalophyllum tetrastichum, Cephalophyllum tricolorum,

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References