Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
loescheanum
ID:
619530

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tischer

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Sukkulenta: 225. 1931.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000618862



Common Names

  • Loescheanum Conophytum
  • Loescheanum Living Pebbles
  • Loescheanum Little Pickles


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Synonyms

  • Conophytum intermedium L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Conophytum rubricarinatum Tischer [unknown]
  • Conophytum saxetanum loeschianum (Tischer) Rawé [unknown]

Description

Conophytum loescheanum (also called 'Loesche's Living Pebbles', among many other common names) is a small, succulent plant with two fused leaves that form a single body. It is native to the Northern Cape Province of South Africa and is found in rocky, dry areas. It is an ideal plant for rock gardens and containers.

Uses & Benefits

Conophytum loescheanum is used for ornamental purposes and for medicinal purposes such as treating fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Conophytum loescheanum is yellow and star-shaped. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Conophytum loescheanum is an evergreen succulent that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Conophytum loescheanum

Conophytum loescheanum is native to the Richtersveld in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.

Conophytum loescheanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Conophytum loescheanum?

Conophytum loescheanum

What type of plant is Conophytum loescheanum?

Succulent

Where does Conophytum loescheanum originate from?

South Africa

Species in the Conophytum genus

Conophytum achabense, Conophytum acutum, Conophytum albiflorum, Conophytum angelicae, Conophytum armianum, Conophytum auriflorum, Conophytum bachelorum, Conophytum bicarinatum, Conophytum bilobum, Conophytum blandum, Conophytum bolusiae, Conophytum breve, Conophytum brunneum, Conophytum bruynsii, Conophytum burgeri, Conophytum buysianum, Conophytum calculus, Conophytum caroli, Conophytum carpianum, Conophytum chauviniae, Conophytum chrisocruxum, Conophytum chrisolum, Conophytum comptonii, Conophytum concavum, Conophytum concordans, Conophytum cubicum, Conophytum cupreiflorum, Conophytum cylindratum, Conophytum depressum, Conophytum devium, Conophytum ectypum, Conophytum ernstii, Conophytum fibuliforme, Conophytum ficiforme, Conophytum flavum, Conophytum fraternum, Conophytum friedrichiae, Conophytum frutescens, Conophytum fulleri, Conophytum globosum, Conophytum halenbergense, Conophytum hammeri, Conophytum hanae, Conophytum herreanthus, Conophytum hians, Conophytum irmae, Conophytum jarmilae, Conophytum joubertii, Conophytum jucundum, Conophytum khamiesbergense,

Species in the Aizoaceae family