Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
robustum
ID:
122526

Status:
valid

Authors:
Clos

Source:
gcc

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. 3: 104 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121855



Common Names

  • Gymnophyton
  • Robustum
  • Elephant's Foot


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Synonyms

  • Asteriscium robustum Baill. [unknown]
  • Tritaenicum nudum Turcz. [unknown]
  • Dipterygia nuda Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Gymnophyton robustum (also called Robust Gymnophyton, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to South Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnophyton robustum is a succulent plant that is often used as a decorative element in gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin ailments and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gymnophyton robustum is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnophyton robustum is a low-growing perennial that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Gymnophyton robustum

Gymnophyton robustum can be found in the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Gymnophyton robustum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnophyton robustum?

Gymnophyton robustum

What is the common name of Gymnophyton robustum?

Robust Gymnophyton

What is the natural habitat of Gymnophyton robustum?

Grassy and rocky slopes

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-83057: Based on the initial data import
Dominique Clos (1821-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clos' in the authors string.