Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
hallii
ID:
1293900

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 329. 1958.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293238



Common Names

  • Jacobsenia hallii
  • Jacobsenia
  • Hallii Jacobsenia


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Description

Jacobsenia hallii (also called Hall's Jacobsenia, among many other common names) is a small succulent shrub that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, grey-green leaves that grow in clusters and are covered with a white, powdery coating.

Uses & Benefits

Jacobsenia hallii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a low-maintenance and drought-tolerant nature, making it ideal for xeriscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jacobsenia hallii is a small, yellow, bell-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacobsenia hallii is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from cuttings. Take a cutting from the stem tip, remove the leaves from the bottom half of the stem, and allow it to dry for a few days. Then, plant the cutting in a potting mix of equal parts sand and potting soil. Water it lightly and keep it in a warm, sunny location. It should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Jacobsenia hallii

Jacobsenia hallii is native to South Africa. It is found in dry grassland, on rocky slopes, and in disturbed areas.

Species in the Jacobsenia genus

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001293238: Based on the initial data import