Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
rostellum
ID:
595572

Status:
valid

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

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
in Mitt. Inst. Allg. Bot. Hamburg 18: 93. 1982.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594904



Common Names

  • Cephalophyllum Rostellum
  • Rostellum Cephalophyllum
  • Rostellum Stonecrop


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Synonyms

  • Vanzijlia rostella L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cheiridopsis repens N.E.Br. [illegitimate]

Description

Cephalophyllum rostellum (also called Beaked 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 rostellum is a popular ornamental plant used for landscaping and decoration. It is also used to treat muscle pain and as an analgesic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cephalophyllum rostellum 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 rostellum 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 rostellum

Cephalophyllum rostellum is found in Mexico.

Cephalophyllum rostellum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalophyllum rostellum?

Cephalophyllum rostellum

What is the common name of Cephalophyllum rostellum?

Beaked cephalophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Cephalophyllum rostellum?

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

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-0000594904: Based on the initial data import