Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ochracea
ID:
372298

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Berger) H.E.K.Hartmann

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Illustr. Handb. Succ. Pl. Aizoaceae F-Z: 140. 2001.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000371630



Common Names

  • Malephora ochracea
  • Ochre Malephora
  • Ochre Stonecrop


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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum ochraceum A.Berger [unknown]
  • Glottiphyllum ochraceum (A.Berger) N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Malephora ochracea (also called 'Ochre Malephora', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a tufted habit, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola, and is found in lowland rainforest, swamp forest, and gallery forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Malephora ochracea is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for livestock, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Malephora ochracea has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a long, narrow leaf shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malephora ochracea is a succulent that is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be thinned out when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be spaced about 15 cm apart.

Where to Find Malephora ochracea

Malephora ochracea is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Malephora ochracea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malephora ochracea?

Malephora ochracea

What are the common names of Malephora ochracea?

Ochre malephora

What is the natural habitat of Malephora ochracea?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Alwin Berger (1871-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Berger' in the authors string.
Heidrun Hartmann (1942-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.K.Hartmann' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000371630: Based on the initial data import