Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
kolbei
ID:
1293901

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) L.Bolus & Schwantes

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 5: . 1954.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293239



Common Names

  • Jacobsenia kolbei
  • Jacobsenia
  • Kolbei Jacobsenia


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Description

Jacobsenia kolbei (also called Kolbe'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 kolbei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jacobsenia kolbei is a small, white, 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 kolbei 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 kolbei

Jacobsenia kolbei 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.
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001293239: Based on the initial data import