Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
parviflorum
ID:
595550

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
in S. African Gard. 18: 156. 1928.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594882



Common Names

  • Parviflorum Rush
  • Parviflorum Spear Grass
  • Parviflorum Spear Rush


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Synonyms

  • Cephalophyllum parviflorum proliferum L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum parviflorum parviflorum [unknown]

Description

Cephalophyllum parviflorum (also called Small-flowered 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 parviflorum 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 parviflorum 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 parviflorum 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 parviflorum

Cephalophyllum parviflorum is found in Mexico.

Cephalophyllum parviflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalophyllum parviflorum?

Cephalophyllum parviflorum

What is the common name of Cephalophyllum parviflorum?

Small-flowered Stonecrop

What is the natural habitat of Cephalophyllum parviflorum?

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