Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pallens
ID:
1294330

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 134. 1938.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293668



Common Names

  • Nananthus Pallens
  • Pallens Nananthus
  • Nananthus Succulent


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Description

Nananthus pallens (also called Pale Nananthus, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It is a small, densely branched shrub with fleshy, grey-green leaves. It grows in rocky outcrops in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.

Uses & Benefits

Nananthus pallens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nananthus pallens has yellow flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and round with a white center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nananthus pallens 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 Nananthus pallens

Nananthus pallens can be found in South Africa.

Nananthus pallens FAQ

What are the common names of Nananthus pallens?

Pale Nananthus

What is the growth habit of Nananthus pallens?

It is a low-growing, mat-forming succulent with stems that spread outwards and root along the ground.

What is the flower color of Nananthus pallens?

The flowers are white to pale pink with yellow centers.

Species in the Aizoaceae family