Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
pachyphylla
ID:
598629

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 227. 1950.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000597961

Common Names

  • Cerochlamys pachyphylla
  • Cerochlamys
  • Cerochlamys Plant

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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum pachyphyllum L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cerochlamys pachyphylla albiflora H.Jacobsen [invalid]

Description

Cerochlamys pachyphylla (also called Thick-Leaved Cerochlamys, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to India, China, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines and New Guinea. It is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cerochlamys pachyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used as a houseplant. It can also be used to make jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cerochlamys pachyphylla are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cerochlamys pachyphylla is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by cuttings in summer. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Cerochlamys pachyphylla

Cerochlamys pachyphylla can be found in the tropical regions of Africa.

Cerochlamys pachyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cerochlamys pachyphylla?

Cerochlamys pachyphylla

What is the common name of Cerochlamys pachyphylla?

Thick-leaved Cerochlamys

What is the natural habitat of Cerochlamys pachyphylla?

It is native to Australia, where it grows in moist, shady areas.

Species in the Cerochlamys genus

Species in the Aizoaceae family