Conophytum piluliforme - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
piluliforme
ID:
619666
Status:
valid
Authors:
(N.E.Br.) N.E.Br.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 71: 261. 1922.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000618998
Common Names
- Piluliforme Conophytum
- Piluliforme Living Pebbles
- Piluliforme Little Pickles
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- Mesembryanthemum piluliforme N.E.Br. [unknown]
Description
Conophytum piluliforme (also called Pillow 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 light green in color. It is found in rocky, sandy, and clay soils in the arid regions of South Africa.
Uses & Benefits
Conophytum piluliforme 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 piluliforme sub. edwardii (Schwantes) S.A.HammerConophytum piluliforme sub. piluliforme
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Conophytum piluliforme has yellow flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and round.
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Conophytum piluliforme 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 piluliforme
Conophytum piluliforme is found in South Africa.
Conophytum piluliforme FAQ
What is the scientific name of Conophytum piluliforme?
Conophytum piluliforme
What is the growth habit of Conophytum piluliforme?
It is a small, succulent, perennial, stemless plant.
What is the flowering period of Conophytum piluliforme?
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
References
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000618998: Based on the initial data import