Malephora crassa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.Bolus) H.Jacobsen & Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
in Natl. Cact. Succ. J. 13: 77. 1958.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293575
Common Names
- Crassa Malephora
- Thick Malephora
- Thick-leaved Malephora
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Malephora crassa (also called Malephora crassa, among many other common names) is an annual succulent with small, yellow flowers that grows in sandy soils in the winter rainfall region of South Africa. It is found in grassland, scrubland and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Malephora crassa is a popular succulent plant used in ornamental gardens. It is also used in rock gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its unique shape and texture and can be used to add interest to a garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Malephora crassa is yellow and daisy-like with many petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malephora crassa is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Take a cutting from a healthy stem and allow it to dry out for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Water the soil lightly and keep it in a bright, warm spot. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Malephora crassa
Malephora crassa can be found in Namibia and South Africa.
Malephora crassa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malephora crassa?
Malephora crassa
What is the common name of Malephora crassa?
Thick Ice Plant
What is the natural habitat of Malephora crassa?
Dry, rocky hillsides
Species in the Malephora genus
Malephora ochracea, Malephora flavocrocea, Malephora purpureocrocea, Malephora smithii, Malephora pienaarii, Malephora crassa, Malephora crocea, Malephora engleriana, Malephora framesii, Malephora herrei, Malephora latipetala, Malephora lutea, Malephora luteola, Malephora mollis, Malephora thunbergii, Malephora uitenhagensis, Malephora verruculoides,
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Hermann Jacobsen (1898-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Jacobsen' in the authors string.
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-0001293575: Based on the initial data import