Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heathii
ID:
703177

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 65. 1937.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000702510



Common Names

  • Gibbaeum Heathii
  • Heath's Gibbaeum
  • Split-Finger


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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum heathii N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Rimaria comptonii L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Rimaria dubia N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Rimaria luckhoffii (L.Bolus) L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Gibbaeum blackburnii L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Gibbaeum comptonii (L.Bolus) L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Gibbaeum dubium (N.E.Br.) H.Jacobsen [unknown]
  • Gibbaeum luckhoffii L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Rimaria heathii (N.E.Br.) N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Gibbaeum heathii heathii [unknown]
  • Gibbaeum heathii elevatum (L.Bolus) L.Bolus ex H.Jacobsen [invalid]
  • Gibbaeum heathii majus (L.Bolus) L.Bolus ex H.Jacobsen [invalid]
  • Mesembryanthemum fissum N.E.Br. [illegitimate]
  • Rimaria heathii elevata L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Rimaria heathii major L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Gibbaeum heathii (also called 'Heath's 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 heathii 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 heathii has white flowers, small black seeds, and small seedlings with yellow-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gibbaeum heathii 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 heathii

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

Gibbaeum heathii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gibbaeum heathii?

Gibbaeum heathii

What is the common name of Gibbaeum heathii?

Heathii

What is the natural habitat of Gibbaeum heathii?

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.
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000702510: Based on the initial data import