Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
succumbens
ID:
1294904

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dinter) Dinter

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
in: Jacobsen, H. J. H., Sukkulent.: 178. 1933.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294242



Common Names

  • Schwantesia succumbens
  • Prostrate Schwantesia
  • Prostrate Rock Fig


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Description

Schwantesia succumbens (also called Succumbing Schwantesia, among many other common names) is a small succulent plant with a rosette of fleshy, cylindrical leaves that are densely covered in white hairs. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky, arid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Schwantesia succumbens is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schwantesia succumbens has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Schwantesia succumbens: This plant is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a warm, sheltered spot.

Where to Find Schwantesia succumbens

Schwantesia succumbens can be found in the Western Cape Province of South Africa.

Schwantesia succumbens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schwantesia succumbens?

Schwantesia succumbens

What is the family of Schwantesia succumbens?

Aizoaceae

What is the common name of Schwantesia succumbens?

Succumbing Ice Plant

Species in the Aizoaceae family