Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
namaquensis
ID:
533615

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Pearson & Stephens

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Ann. S. African Mus. 9: 30 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532947



Common Names

  • Anacampseros namaquensis
  • Namaqualand Anacampseros
  • Namaqualand Sticky-Caps


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Synonyms

  • Anacampseros baeseckei Dinter ex Poelln. [unknown]
  • Anacampseros filamentosa namaquensis (H.Pearson & Stephens) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Anacampseros baeseckii Dinter [unknown]

Description

Anacampseros namaquensis (also called Namaqualand Anacampseros, among many other common names) is a succulent with a rosette-forming habit and fleshy, triangular leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky outcrops and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Anacampseros namaquensis is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and succulent gardens. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anacampseros namaquensis has small, yellow flowers, and its seed capsules contain small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anacampseros namaquensis 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 namaquensis

Anacampseros namaquensis can be found in the Northern Cape province of South Africa.

Anacampseros namaquensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Anacampseros namaquensis?

Anacampseros namaquensis is found in dry, rocky areas of South Africa.

What is the typical size of Anacampseros namaquensis?

Anacampseros namaquensis typically grows to be about 5-10 cm in height.

What is the typical lifespan of Anacampseros namaquensis?

Anacampseros namaquensis typically lives for about 5-7 years.

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-2635795: Based on the initial data import
Henry Harold Welch Pearson (1870-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Pearson' in the authors string.
Edith Layard Stephens (1884-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stephens' in the authors string.