Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
pillansii
ID:
595554

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 95. 1929.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594886



Common Names

  • Pillansii Rush
  • Pillansii Spear Grass
  • Pillansii Spear Rush


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Synonyms

  • Cephalophyllum pillansii grandiflorum L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum pillansii pillansii [unknown]

Description

Cephalophyllum pillansii (also called Pillans' 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 pillansii 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 pillansii 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 pillansii 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 pillansii

Cephalophyllum pillansii is found in Mexico.

Cephalophyllum pillansii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalophyllum pillansii?

Cephalophyllum pillansii

What is the common name of Cephalophyllum pillansii?

Pillans' cephalophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Cephalophyllum pillansii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including Cameroon, Ethiopia, and Tanzania

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