Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
purpureoalbum
ID:
595564

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Haw.) Schwantes

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
in Gartenflora 77: 69. 1928.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594896



Common Names

  • Cephalophyllum purpureoalbum
  • Purple Cephalophyllum
  • Album Cephalophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum purpureoalbum Haw. [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum aurantiacum L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum gracile L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum gracile longisepalum L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum littlewoodii L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum middlemostii L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum paucifolium L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum serrulatum L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum worcesterense L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Cephalophyllum purpureoalbum (also called Purple-white 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 purpureoalbum 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 purpureoalbum is a white-green color and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and dark brown in color. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalophyllum purpureoalbum 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 purpureoalbum

Cephalophyllum purpureoalbum is found in Mexico.

Cephalophyllum purpureoalbum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalophyllum purpureoalbum?

Cephalophyllum purpureoalbum

What is the common name of Cephalophyllum purpureoalbum?

Purple-white cephalophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Cephalophyllum purpureoalbum?

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

References