Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
diversiphyllum
ID:
595517

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Haw.) N.E.Br.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
in J. Bot. 67: 17. 1929.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594849



Common Names

  • Diversiphyllum Rush
  • Diversiphyllum Spear Grass
  • Diversiphyllum Spear Rush


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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum diversifolium Haw. [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum diversiphyllum Haw. [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum cauliculatum Haw. [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum baylissii L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum bredasdorpense L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum caledonicum L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum cauliculatum (Haw.) N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum diversifolium (Haw.) Schwantes [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum vandermerwei L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum diversiphyllum (Haw.) H.E.K.Hartmann [illegitimate]
  • Mesembryanthemum diversiphyllum congestum Salm-Dyck [unknown]

Description

Cephalophyllum diversiphyllum (also called Diversiphyllum 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 diversiphyllum 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 diversiphyllum 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 diversiphyllum 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 diversiphyllum

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

Cephalophyllum diversiphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalophyllum diversiphyllum?

Cephalophyllum diversiphyllum

What is the common name of Cephalophyllum diversiphyllum?

Diverse-leaved Stonecrop

What is the natural habitat of Cephalophyllum diversiphyllum?

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