Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
pellucidum
ID:
619650

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schwantes

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
in Möller's Deutsche Gärtn.-Zeitung 42: 316. 1927.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000618982



Common Names

  • Pellucidum Conophytum
  • Pellucidum Living Pebbles
  • Pellucidum Little Pickles


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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum pellucidum (Schwantes) N.E.Br. ex A.W.Hill [unknown]
  • Conophytum pellucidum sterkstroomense G.F.Wagner [invalid]

Description

Conophytum pellucidum (also called Transparent Living Stones, 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 transparent in color. It is found in rocky, sandy, and clay soils in the arid regions of South Africa.

Uses & Benefits

Conophytum pellucidum 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 pellucidum sub. cupreatum (Tischer) S.A.Hammer
Conophytum pellucidum sub. pellucidum
Conophytum pellucidum sub. saueri S.A.Hammer & Smale

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Conophytum pellucidum 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 pellucidum 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 pellucidum

Conophytum pellucidum is found in South Africa.

Conophytum pellucidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Conophytum pellucidum?

Conophytum pellucidum

What is the growth habit of Conophytum pellucidum?

It is a small, succulent, perennial, stemless plant.

What is the flowering period of Conophytum pellucidum?

It flowers in late summer to early autumn.

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