Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
salmii
ID:
704843

Status:
valid

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

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 71: 9. 1922.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704176



Common Names

  • Living Stones
  • Split Rock Plant
  • Glottiphyllum salmii


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Description

Glottiphyllum salmii (also called Salm's Glottiphyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Aizoaceae. It is a succulent shrub with obovate to spatulate leaves that are 2-4 cm long and 1-2 cm wide. It is native to southern Africa, where it is found in dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Glottiphyllum salmii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in potpourri.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Glottiphyllum salmii is a star-shaped, white to pale pink in colour. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, round, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glottiphyllum salmii is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or by division in the spring. The plant is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Glottiphyllum salmii

Glottiphyllum salmii is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Glottiphyllum salmii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glottiphyllum salmii?

Glottiphyllum salmii

What is the common name of Glottiphyllum salmii?

Salm's Glottiphyllum

What is the natural habitat of Glottiphyllum salmii?

It is found in dry, open grassland and wooded grassland in South Africa

Species in the Glottiphyllum genus

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References