Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
karasmontana
ID:
533591

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dinter

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Neue Pfl. Südw.-Afr. : 15, 4 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532923



Common Names

  • Anacampseros karasmontana
  • Karas Mountains Anacampseros
  • Karas Mountains Sticky-Caps


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Description

Anacampseros karasmontana (also called Karas Mountains 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 karasmontana has been used as an insect repellent and for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin infections, wounds, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anacampseros karasmontana 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 karasmontana 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 karasmontana

Anacampseros karasmontana can be found in South Africa.

Anacampseros karasmontana FAQ

What is the common name of Anacampseros karasmontana?

Karas Mountains Anacampseros

What type of plant is Anacampseros karasmontana?

Succulent

What is the natural habitat of Anacampseros karasmontana?

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-2635773: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Dinter (1868-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dinter' in the authors string.