Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
filamentosa
ID:
533575

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Haw.) Sims

Source:
cmp

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 33: t. 1367 (1811)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532907



Common Names

  • Anacampseros filamentosa
  • Filamentosa Anacampseros
  • Thread-Leaved Campseros


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Description

Anacampseros filamentosa (also called Thread-leaved Rock-rose, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial with a low-growing, mat-forming habit. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky, sandy areas and dry grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anacampseros filamentosa is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anacampseros filamentosa is white with yellow or pink stripes, and has a bell-shaped form. Its seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anacampseros filamentosa is a succulent species that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It is best to take stem cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Anacampseros filamentosa

Anacampseros filamentosa can be found in South Africa.

Anacampseros filamentosa FAQ

What is the common name of Anacampseros filamentosa?

Thread-leaved Anacampseros

What type of plant is Anacampseros filamentosa?

Succulent

What is the natural habitat of Anacampseros filamentosa?

Dry rocky slopes and outcrops

Species in the Anacampseros genus

Anacampseros vanthielii, Anacampseros hillii, Anacampseros affinis, Anacampseros albidiflora, Anacampseros albissima, Anacampseros alstonii, Anacampseros alta, Anacampseros arachnoides, Anacampseros bayeriana, Anacampseros comptonii, Anacampseros crinita, Anacampseros decipiens, Anacampseros densifolia, Anacampseros depauperata, Anacampseros dielsiana, Anacampseros dinteri, Anacampseros filamentosa, Anacampseros fissa, Anacampseros gracilis, Anacampseros herreana, Anacampseros karasmontana, Anacampseros kurtzii, Anacampseros lanceolata, Anacampseros lanigera, Anacampseros mallei, Anacampseros marlothii, Anacampseros meyeri, Anacampseros namaquensis, Anacampseros nebrownii, Anacampseros nitida, Anacampseros papyracea, Anacampseros paradoxa, Anacampseros parviflora, Anacampseros pisina, Anacampseros prominens, Anacampseros quinaria, Anacampseros recurvata, Anacampseros retusa, Anacampseros rhodesica, Anacampseros rubroviridis, Anacampseros rufescens, Anacampseros ruschii, Anacampseros schoenlandii, Anacampseros scopata, Anacampseros starkiana, Anacampseros subnuda, Anacampseros telephiastrum, Anacampseros tomentosa, Anacampseros truncata, Anacampseros ustulata,

Species in the Anacampserotaceae family

Anacampseros vanthielii, Anacampseros hillii, Anacampseros affinis, Anacampseros albidiflora, Anacampseros albissima, Anacampseros alstonii, Anacampseros alta, Anacampseros arachnoides, Anacampseros bayeriana, Anacampseros comptonii, Anacampseros crinita, Anacampseros decipiens, Anacampseros densifolia, Anacampseros depauperata, Anacampseros dielsiana, Anacampseros dinteri, Anacampseros filamentosa, Anacampseros fissa, Anacampseros gracilis, Anacampseros herreana, Anacampseros karasmontana, Anacampseros kurtzii, Anacampseros lanceolata, Anacampseros lanigera, Anacampseros mallei, Anacampseros marlothii, Anacampseros meyeri, Anacampseros namaquensis, Anacampseros nebrownii, Anacampseros nitida, Anacampseros papyracea, Anacampseros paradoxa, Anacampseros parviflora, Anacampseros pisina, Anacampseros prominens, Anacampseros quinaria, Anacampseros recurvata, Anacampseros retusa, Anacampseros rhodesica, Anacampseros rubroviridis, Anacampseros rufescens, Anacampseros ruschii, Anacampseros schoenlandii, Anacampseros scopata, Anacampseros starkiana, Anacampseros subnuda, Anacampseros telephiastrum, Anacampseros tomentosa, Anacampseros truncata, Anacampseros ustulata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2635759: Based on the initial data import
Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haw.' in the authors string.
John Sims (1749-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sims' in the authors string.