Hammeria meleagris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.Bolus) Klak
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
in Bothalia 30: 39. 2000.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001261151
Common Names
- Hammeria meleagris
- Meleagris Hammeria
- Hammeria Meleagris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hammeria meleagris (also called Meleagris Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent plant native to Japan. It has thick, fleshy, green leaves and produces yellow flowers in the summer. It grows in rocky areas, cliffs, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Hammeria meleagris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hammeria meleagris is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hammeria meleagris is a succulent plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation can be done through stem cuttings or division of the root system.
Where to Find Hammeria meleagris
Hammeria meleagris is native to Australia and can be found in the dry woodlands of New South Wales and Queensland.
Hammeria meleagris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hammeria meleagris?
Hammeria meleagris
What type of plant is Hammeria meleagris?
It is a succulent plant.
Where does Hammeria meleagris grow?
It is native to the Caucasus region.
Species in the Hammeria genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Cornelia Klak (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klak' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001261151: Based on the initial data import