Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
in Gartenwelt 33: . 1929.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293648
Common Names
- Monilaria Chrysoleuca
- Chrysoleuca Monilaria
- Monilaria Succulent
Description
Monilaria chrysoleuca (also called 'Golden Monilaria' and 'Golden Vygie', among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It has small, round, grey-green leaves with a white margin. It is found in rocky outcrops and dry grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Monilaria chrysoleuca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monilaria chrysoleuca has yellow flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and round with a white center.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monilaria chrysoleuca is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It is best grown in well-draining soil and in a sunny location. It can be propagated through stem cuttings or division of the plant. Water sparingly and fertilize during the growing season.
Where to Find Monilaria chrysoleuca
Monilaria chrysoleuca can be found in South Africa.
Monilaria chrysoleuca FAQ
What are the common names of Monilaria chrysoleuca?
Golden Monilaria
What is the growth habit of Monilaria chrysoleuca?
It is a low-growing, mat-forming succulent with stems that spread outwards and root along the ground.
What is the flower color of Monilaria chrysoleuca?
The flowers are white to pale pink with yellow centers.
Species in the Monilaria genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family