Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
globosa
ID:
660754

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin & Hjertson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 15: 261 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000660086



Common Names

  • Globosa Echidnopsis
  • Globosa Hen and Chicks
  • Globosa Hens and Chicks


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Synonyms

  • Echidnopsis fartaqensis T.A.McCoy & Orlando [unknown]

Description

Echidnopsis globosa (also called Globosa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is a small, succulent, perennial herb with a rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky areas, in grasslands and in scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Echidnopsis globosa is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover in dry areas. It is drought tolerant and has a long flowering period.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echidnopsis globosa has yellow flowers with a red throat. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echidnopsis globosa is a succulent native to South Africa. It can be propagated by taking stem cuttings and rooting them in sandy soil. It prefers full sun and should be watered sparingly. It can also be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Echidnopsis globosa

Echidnopsis globosa can be found in Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe.

Echidnopsis globosa FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Echidnopsis globosa?

Echidnopsis globosa prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the ideal light level for Echidnopsis globosa?

Echidnopsis globosa prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Echidnopsis globosa be watered?

Echidnopsis globosa should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Echidnopsis genus

Echidnopsis uraiqatiana, Echidnopsis angustiloba, Echidnopsis archeri, Echidnopsis ballyi, Echidnopsis bavazzanoi, Echidnopsis bentii, Echidnopsis bihenduhensis, Echidnopsis cereiformis, Echidnopsis chrysantha, Echidnopsis ciliata, Echidnopsis dammanniana, Echidnopsis ericiflora, Echidnopsis globosa, Echidnopsis inconspicua, Echidnopsis insularis, Echidnopsis leachii, Echidnopsis malum, Echidnopsis mijerteina, Echidnopsis milleri, Echidnopsis montana, Echidnopsis multangula, Echidnopsis planiflora, Echidnopsis radians, Echidnopsis repens, Echidnopsis rubrolutea, Echidnopsis scutellata, Echidnopsis seibanica, Echidnopsis sharpei, Echidnopsis socotrana, Echidnopsis squamulata, Echidnopsis urceolata, Echidnopsis virchowii, Echidnopsis watsonii, Echidnopsis yemenensis, Echidnopsis bihendulensis, Echidnopsis kohaitoensis, Echidnopsis thulinii,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2781469: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Mats L. Hjertson (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hjertson' in the authors string.