Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
parvibracteatum
ID:
595549

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) H.E.K.Hartmann

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
in Mitt. Inst. Allg. Bot. Hamburg 22: 172. 1988.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594881



Common Names

  • Parvibracteatum Rush
  • Parvibracteatum Spear Grass
  • Parvibracteatum Spear Rush


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Synonyms

  • Cephalophyllum kliprandense L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cheiridopsis parvibracteata L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Cephalophyllum parvibracteatum (also called Small-bracted Cephalophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of shrub that grows to a height of up to 1 m. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalophyllum parvibracteatum 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 parvibracteatum 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 parvibracteatum is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It is a low-growing, evergreen plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and water levels. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Cephalophyllum parvibracteatum

Cephalophyllum parvibracteatum is found in Mexico.

Cephalophyllum parvibracteatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalophyllum parvibracteatum?

Cephalophyllum parvibracteatum

What is the common name of Cephalophyllum parvibracteatum?

Small-bracted Stonecrop

What is the natural habitat of Cephalophyllum parvibracteatum?

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

Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Heidrun Hartmann (1942-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.K.Hartmann' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000594881: Based on the initial data import