Conophytum ricardianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ricardianum
ID:
619721
Status:
valid
Authors:
Loesch & Tischer
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
in Monatsschr. Deutsch. Kakteen-Ges. 4: 74. 1932.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000619053
Common Names
- Conophytum ricardianum
- Ricardian Conophytum
- Ricard's Window Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Conophytum ricardianum ricardianum [unknown]
- Conophytum ricardianum rubriflorum Tischer [unknown]
Description
Conophytum ricardianum (also called 'Ricardo's Conophytum', among many other common names) is a succulent plant with a rosette of leaves, native to South Africa. It is found in rocky areas and dry river beds.
Uses & Benefits
Conophytum ricardianum 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 ricardianum 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 ricardianum 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 ricardianum
Conophytum ricardianum is found in South Africa.
Conophytum ricardianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Conophytum ricardianum?
Conophytum ricardianum
What is the growth habit of Conophytum ricardianum?
It is a small, succulent, perennial, stemless plant.
What is the flowering period of Conophytum ricardianum?
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
Arthur Tischer (1895-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tischer' in the authors string.
Alfred Loesch (1865-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loesch' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000619053: Based on the initial data import