Peersia macradenia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
(L.Bolus) L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
in Fl. Pl. South Africa 7: . 1927.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293847
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Peersia macradenia (also called Macradenia Peersia, among many other common names) is a succulent plant with a rosette of leaves that are triangular in shape and have a reddish-brown color. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky areas of the Northern Cape province. It is a drought-tolerant plant that thrives in well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Peersia macradenia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rock gardens. It is also used in containers and as a border plant. It is drought tolerant and can be used in areas with poor soils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Peersia macradenia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, ovate-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Peersia macradenia is a low-growing, succulent perennial that is native to the western and southern Cape Provinces of South Africa. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants in the late spring or early summer. Allow the cuttings to dry out for a few days before planting them in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Water the cuttings regularly until they are established. The plant will flower in the summer months.
Where to Find Peersia macradenia
Peersia macradenia can be found in South Africa.
Peersia macradenia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peersia macradenia?
Peersia macradenia
What is the common name of Peersia macradenia?
Macradenia Peersia
Where is Peersia macradenia native to?
South Africa
Species in the Peersia genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001293847: Based on the initial data import