Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
regale
ID:
595568

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 337. 1932.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594900



Common Names

  • Cephalophyllum regale
  • Royal Cephalophyllum
  • Regal Cephalophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Cephalophyllum vanheerdei L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Cephalophyllum regale (also called Royal 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 regale is a popular ornamental plant used for landscaping and decoration. It is also used to treat joint pain and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cephalophyllum regale 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 regale 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 regale

Cephalophyllum regale is found in Mexico.

Cephalophyllum regale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalophyllum regale?

Cephalophyllum regale

What is the common name of Cephalophyllum regale?

Regal cephalophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Cephalophyllum regale?

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