Conophytum smaleorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
smaleorum
ID:
1422781
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rodgerson & A.J.Young
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
CactusWorld 31: 200. 2013.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001435246
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Conophytum smaleorum (also called Smale's Conophytum, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to the arid regions of South Africa. It is a small plant, usually growing up to 10 cm in height, with yellow flowers and gray-green leaves. It is found in rocky areas, often in crevices of rocks and in sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Conophytum smaleorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Conophytum smaleorum has yellow flowers with a black center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have succulent leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Conophytum smaleorum is a succulent plant that is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings or by seed. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a sandy, well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a sandy, well-drained soil mix in spring or summer and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Conophytum smaleorum
Conophytum smaleorum can be found in the Northern Cape region of South Africa.
Conophytum smaleorum FAQ
What is the common name of Conophytum smaleorum?
Smale's Conophytum
What is the natural habitat of Conophytum smaleorum?
It is found in rocky areas of the Western Cape of South Africa.
What is the ideal temperature for Conophytum smaleorum?
It prefers temperatures between 50-70°F (10-21°C).
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
Andrew J. Young: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Young' in the authors string.
Chris Rodgerson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rodgerson' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001435246: Based on the initial data import