Glottiphyllum carnosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carnosum
ID:
704791
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 82: 490. 1927.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704124
Common Names
- Glottiphyllum carnosum
- Fleshy Glottiphyllum
- Carnosum Glottiphyllum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Glottiphyllum carnosum (also called 'Carnosum Star Plant', among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant native to South Africa. It has thick, fleshy leaves that grow in a star-like pattern and can reach up to 10 cm in diameter. It is found in rocky areas and in dry grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Glottiphyllum carnosum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for the treatment of various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Glottiphyllum carnosum has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Glottiphyllum carnosum is a succulent plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by seed. To propagate by stem cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy stem and allow it to dry out for a few days before planting it in well-draining soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil and keep the soil moist but not wet. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly during the growing season.
Where to Find Glottiphyllum carnosum
Glottiphyllum carnosum can be found in the deserts of Namibia and South Africa.
Glottiphyllum carnosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glottiphyllum carnosum?
Glottiphyllum carnosum
What is the common name of Glottiphyllum carnosum?
Fleshy Glottiphyllum
What is the natural habitat of Glottiphyllum carnosum?
It is found in dry, open grassland and wooded grassland in South Africa
Species in the Glottiphyllum genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000704124: Based on the initial data import