Conophytum praesectum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
praesectum
ID:
619686
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 88: 8. 1930.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000619018
Common Names
- Praesectum Conophytum
- Praesectum Living Pebbles
- Praesectum Little Pickles
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Ophthalmophyllum jacobsenianum Schwantes ex H.Jacobsen [unknown]
- Ophthalmophyllum praesectum (N.E.Br.) Schwantes ex H.Jacobsen [unknown]
Description
Conophytum praesectum (also called Split 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 yellow-green in color. It is found in rocky, sandy, and clay soils in the arid regions of South Africa.
Uses & Benefits
Conophytum praesectum 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Conophytum praesectum has yellow flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and round.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Conophytum praesectum 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 praesectum
Conophytum praesectum is found in South Africa.
Conophytum praesectum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Conophytum praesectum?
Conophytum praesectum
What is the growth habit of Conophytum praesectum?
It is a small, succulent, perennial, stemless plant.
What is the flowering period of Conophytum praesectum?
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-0000619018: Based on the initial data import