Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
puberulum
ID:
411059

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilli

Source:
ksu

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 61: 194 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410391



Common Names

  • Puberulum Trachydium
  • Trachydium puberulum
  • Trachydium


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Description

Trachydium puberulum (also called 'Hairy Trachydium' and 'Hairy Star Cactus', among many other common names) is a small, globular cactus native to South Africa. It has short, cylindrical stems with a diameter of up to 4 cm, and is covered with spines. It is found in rocky, dry areas and in grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Trachydium puberulum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trachydium puberulum has small white flowers with yellow centers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trachydium puberulum is a slow-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated from seed or by division of clumps. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Division of clumps can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be planted in a sunny or partially shaded position in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Trachydium puberulum

Trachydium puberulum can be found in the western parts of South Africa.

Trachydium puberulum FAQ

What is the common name of Trachydium puberulum?

Puberulent Trachydium

What is the natural habitat of Trachydium puberulum?

Tropical forests

What are the uses of Trachydium puberulum?

Medicinal, ornamental

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,