Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gibbosum
ID:
703172

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Haw.) N.E.Br.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 72: 151. 1922.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000702505



Common Names

  • Gibbaeum Gibbosum
  • Humped Gibbaeum
  • Split-Finger


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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum luteoviride Haw. [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum gibbosum Haw. [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum perviride Haw. [unknown]
  • Gibbaeum luteoviride (Haw.) N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Gibbaeum marlothii N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Gibbaeum muirii N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Gibbaeum perviride (Haw.) N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Gibbaeum perviride luteoviride (Haw.) N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Gibbaeum gibbosum (also called 'Gibbous Gibbaeum', among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It is a low-growing, mat-forming plant with small, fleshy, rounded leaves that are arranged in a rosette pattern. It is found in rocky, sandy soils and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Gibbaeum gibbosum is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and succulent gardens. It is also used as a ground cover in dry areas and can be grown in pots.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gibbaeum gibbosum has white flowers, small black seeds, and small seedlings with yellow-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gibbaeum gibbosum is a succulent native to South Africa. It is best propagated from seed and can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers a warm, dry climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be watered sparingly and fertilized every few months. It is also susceptible to pests and diseases, so it should be monitored regularly.

Where to Find Gibbaeum gibbosum

Gibbaeum gibbosum is found in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.

Gibbaeum gibbosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gibbaeum gibbosum?

Gibbaeum gibbosum

What is the common name of Gibbaeum gibbosum?

Gibbosum

What is the natural habitat of Gibbaeum gibbosum?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haw.' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000702505: Based on the initial data import