Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
schultzei
ID:
1294177

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr. & Diels) Friedrich

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
in Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 3: 567. 1960.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293515



Common Names

  • Leipoldtia Schultzei
  • Schultzei Leipoldtia
  • Leipoldtia Succulent


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Description

Leipoldtia schultzei (also called 'Limpompo' and 'Klapperboom', among many other common names) is a succulent shrub with grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Northern Cape Province of South Africa and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Leipoldtia schultzei is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens, and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leipoldtia schultzei is a small, white, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, wiry stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leipoldtia schultzei is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from a healthy stem and allow it to dry for a few days. Then, place the cutting in a pot filled with well-draining soil and water it lightly. The cutting should take root within a few weeks. Leipoldtia schultzei should be grown in a sunny location with well-draining soil. Water the plant when the soil is dry to the touch and fertilize it once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Leipoldtia schultzei

Leipoldtia schultzei is found in the Western Cape of South Africa.

Leipoldtia schultzei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leipoldtia schultzei?

Leipoldtia schultzei

What is the common name of Leipoldtia schultzei?

None

What is the natural habitat of Leipoldtia schultzei?

Deserts of Namibia and South Africa

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Hans Christian Friedrich (1925-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Friedrich' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001293515: Based on the initial data import