Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
obscurum
ID:
619616

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 81: 53. 1927.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000618948



Common Names

  • Obscurum Conophytum
  • Obscurum Living Pebbles
  • Obscurum Little Pickles


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Description

Conophytum obscurum (also called Button Plant, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It is a small, round, and flattened plant that grows up to 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter. It has a thick, warty surface and is usually dark green in color. It is found in rocky, sandy, and clay soils in the arid regions of South Africa.

Uses & Benefits

Conophytum obscurum is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and succulent collections. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin ailments, respiratory problems, and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Conophytum obscurum sub. barbatum (L.Bolus) S.A.Hammer
Conophytum obscurum sub. obscurum
Conophytum obscurum sub. sponsaliorum (S.A.Hammer) S.A.Hammer
Conophytum obscurum sub. vitreopapillum (Rawé) S.A.Hammer

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Conophytum obscurum has yellow flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and round.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Conophytum obscurum is a small, perennial succulent with a compact, globose body. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or from offsets. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Offsets can be removed from the mother plant and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered sparingly.

Where to Find Conophytum obscurum

Conophytum obscurum is found in South Africa.

Conophytum obscurum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Conophytum obscurum?

Conophytum obscurum

What type of plant is Conophytum obscurum?

Succulent

Where does Conophytum obscurum 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