Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dinter) Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
in Z. Sukkulentenk. 2: 183. 1926.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293251
Common Names
- Juttadinteria simpsonii
- Simpsonii Juttadinteria
- Juttadinteria Simpsonii
Description
Juttadinteria simpsonii (also called Simpson's False-Foxglove, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to the southeastern United States. It has a low-growing habit and produces white flowers. It is found in moist woodlands and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Juttadinteria simpsonii 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 Juttadinteria simpsonii is a small, purple, 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Juttadinteria simpsonii 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 Juttadinteria simpsonii
Juttadinteria simpsonii is native to South Africa. It is found in dry grassland, on rocky slopes, and in disturbed areas.
Species in the Juttadinteria genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family