Psammophora nissenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nissenii
ID:
1294434
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dinter) Dinter & Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
in Z. Sukkulentenk. 2: . 1926.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293772
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Psammophora nissenii (also called Nissen's Psammophora, 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
Psammophora nissenii 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 Psammophora nissenii is yellow with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Psammophora nissenii 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 Psammophora nissenii
Psammophora nissenii can be found in South Africa.
Psammophora nissenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psammophora nissenii?
Psammophora nissenii
What is the common name of Psammophora nissenii?
Nissen's Psammophora
Where is Psammophora nissenii native to?
South Africa
Species in the Psammophora genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Kurt Dinter (1868-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dinter' in the authors string.
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001293772: Based on the initial data import