Status:
valid
Authors:
H.E.K.Hartmann
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
in Mitt. Inst. Allg. Bot. Hamburg 22: 176. 1988.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594906
Common Names
- Cephalophyllum Spissum
- Spissum Cephalophyllum
- Spissum Stonecrop
Description
Cephalophyllum spissum (also called Thick-leaved 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 spissum is a popular ornamental plant used for landscaping and decoration. It is also used to treat skin conditions and as an antiseptic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cephalophyllum spissum is a yellow-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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cephalophyllum spissum 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 spissum
Cephalophyllum spissum is found in Mexico.
Cephalophyllum spissum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cephalophyllum spissum?
Cephalophyllum spissum
What is the common name of Cephalophyllum spissum?
Thick cephalophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Cephalophyllum spissum?
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