Anacampseros vulcanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vulcanensis
ID:
533707
Status:
valid
Authors:
Añon
Source:
cmp
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Hickenia 2(8): 42 (-43), fig. 1984
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533039
Common Names
- Anacampseros vulcanensis
- Vulcanensis Anacampseros
- Vulcan Campseros
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- Xenia vulcanensis (Añon) Gerbaulet [unknown]
- Grahamia vulcanensis (Añon) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
Description
Anacampseros vulcanensis (also called Vulcan 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 vulcanensis has been used as an insect repellent and for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin infections, wounds, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anacampseros vulcanensis has small, star-shaped flowers that are white in color. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anacampseros vulcanensis is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep them in a warm, bright location. To propagate from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy stem and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cutting in rooting hormone and plant it in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cutting in a warm, bright location and water regularly.
Where to Find Anacampseros vulcanensis
Anacampseros vulcanensis can be found in South Africa.
Anacampseros vulcanensis FAQ
What is the common name of Anacampseros vulcanensis?
Vulcanensis Sand-Rose
What is the scientific name of Vulcanensis Sand-Rose?
Anacampseros vulcanensis
What is the best soil for Anacampseros vulcanensis?
Well-draining, sandy soil
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-2635881: Based on the initial data import
Delia Añon Suarez de Cullen (1917-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Añon' in the authors string.