Status:
valid
Authors:
(Haw.) N.E.Br.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 72: . 1922.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000702530
Common Names
- Gibbaeum pubescens
- Gibbaeum
- Living Stones
Description
Gibbaeum pubescens (also called 'Pebbly Gibbaeum', among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It has a rosette of grey-green leaves, which are covered in small bumps. It is found in rocky outcrops and on hillsides in the arid regions of the Western and Northern Cape Provinces.
Uses & Benefits
Gibbaeum pubescens 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 pubescens has white flowers, small black seeds, and small seedlings with yellow-green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gibbaeum pubescens 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 pubescens
Gibbaeum pubescens is found in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.
Gibbaeum pubescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gibbaeum pubescens?
Gibbaeum pubescens
What is the common name of Gibbaeum pubescens?
Pubescens
What is the natural habitat of Gibbaeum pubescens?
Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides
Species in the Gibbaeum genus
Gibbaeum album,
Gibbaeum angulipes,
Gibbaeum dispar,
Gibbaeum esterhuyseniae,
Gibbaeum geminum,
Gibbaeum gibbosum,
Gibbaeum heathii,
Gibbaeum hortenseae,
Gibbaeum nebrownii,
Gibbaeum nuciforme,
Gibbaeum pachypodium,
Gibbaeum petrense,
Gibbaeum pubescens,
Gibbaeum schwantesii,
Gibbaeum shandii,
Gibbaeum velutinum,
Gibbaeum hartmannianum,
Gibbaeum ihlenfeldtii,
Species in the Aizoaceae family