Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
stanleyi
ID:
600576

Status:
valid

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

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Illustr. Handb. Succ. Pl. Aizoaceae A-E: 116. 2001.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599908



Common Names

  • Chasmatophyllum stanleyi
  • Stanley's Chasmatophyllum
  • Stanley's False Sarsaparilla


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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum stanleyi L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Hereroa stanleyi (L.Bolus) L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Chasmatophyllum stanleyi (also called 'Stanley's Chasmatophyllum', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to Australia and is found in lowland forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Chasmatophyllum stanleyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and fragrant white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Chasmatophyllum stanleyi are small and yellow in colour. The seeds are small and brown in colour. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chasmatophyllum stanleyi can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and kept moist.

Where to Find Chasmatophyllum stanleyi

Chasmatophyllum stanleyi is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and along streams.

Chasmatophyllum stanleyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chasmatophyllum stanleyi?

Chasmatophyllum stanleyi

What is the family of Chasmatophyllum stanleyi?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Chasmatophyllum stanleyi?

Stanley's Chasmatophyllum

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-0000599908: Based on the initial data import