Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
sedoides
ID:
659693

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dinter & A.Berger) Schwantes

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
in Z. Sukkulentenk. 2: 189. 1926.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659025



Common Names

  • Eberlanzia sedoides
  • Sedoides
  • Sedoide


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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum sedoides Dinter & A.Berger [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum crassulifolium N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum cleistum (L.Bolus) N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Ruschia cleista L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Ruschia crassuloides L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Ruschia sedoides (Dinter & A.Berger) Friedrich [unknown]

Description

Eberlanzia sedoides (also called Sedoid Ebony, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub, typically reaching a height of 4–6 m. It has a dense, rounded crown and a short trunk. The leaves are leathery, dark green, and ovate to elliptic in shape. It is native to Turkey and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Eberlanzia sedoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eberlanzia sedoides has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eberlanzia sedoides can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting medium. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Eberlanzia sedoides

Eberlanzia sedoides is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Eberlanzia sedoides FAQ

What are the requirements for Eberlanzia sedoides to thrive?

Eberlanzia sedoides requires full sun to partial shade, moist soil, and regular watering.

What type of soil is best for Eberlanzia sedoides?

Eberlanzia sedoides prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How big does Eberlanzia sedoides grow?

Eberlanzia sedoides can reach a height of up to 3 feet.

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Kurt Dinter (1868-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dinter' in the authors string.
Alwin Berger (1871-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Berger' in the authors string.
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000659025: Based on the initial data import