Rhinephyllum muirii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
muirii
ID:
1294510
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 82: . 1927.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293848
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhinephyllum muirii (also called Muir's Rhinephyllum, 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 Eastern Cape province. It is a drought-tolerant plant that thrives in well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Rhinephyllum muirii 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 Rhinephyllum muirii 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
Rhinephyllum muirii 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 Rhinephyllum muirii
Rhinephyllum muirii can be found in South Africa.
Rhinephyllum muirii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhinephyllum muirii?
Rhinephyllum muirii
What is the common name of Rhinephyllum muirii?
Muir's Rhinephyllum
Where is Rhinephyllum muirii native to?
South Africa
Species in the Rhinephyllum 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 wfo-0001293848: Based on the initial data import