Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
spissum
ID:
595574

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


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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.

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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