Nananthus pole-evansii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 88: 278. 1930.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293669
Common Names
- Nananthus Pole-Evansii
- Pole-Evansii Nananthus
- Nananthus Succulent
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Nananthus pole-evansii (also called 'Pole-Evans' Nananthus' and 'Pole-Evans' 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
Nananthus pole-evansii 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 pole-evansii 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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Nananthus pole-evansii 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 pole-evansii
Nananthus pole-evansii can be found in South Africa.
Species in the Nananthus genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Caryophyllales.org record for Nananthus pole-evansii N.E.Br.: Placement is base on the the 22 Nov 2022 import.