Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
cactiformis
ID:
363202

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Plowes

Source:
ksu

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Excelsa 17: 5 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362534



Common Names

  • Cactiformis Larryleachia
  • Cactiformis's Larryleachia
  • Cactiformis Larryleachia


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Synonyms

  • Hoodia cactiformis (Hook.) Halda [unknown]
  • Stapelia cactiformis Hook. [unknown]
  • Trichocaulon cactiformis (Hook.) N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Leachia cactiformis (Hook.) Plowes [unknown]
  • Leachiella cactiformis (Hook.) Plowes [unknown]

Description

Larryleachia cactiformis (also called Cactus-like Larryleachia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to the Socotra Archipelago and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Larryleachia cactiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create living sculptures and as a ground cover in xeriscaping.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Larryleachia cactiformis var. felina (D.T.Cole) Bruyns
Larryleachia cactiformis var. cactiformis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Larryleachia cactiformis has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Larryleachia cactiformis is a hardy perennial that can be propagated by division in the spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, but it takes a long time to germinate and can be difficult to establish. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Larryleachia cactiformis

Larryleachia cactiformis can be found in parts of South Africa, including the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo.

Larryleachia cactiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Larryleachia cactiformis?

Larryleachia cactiformis

What is the common name of Larryleachia cactiformis?

Cactus-like Larryleachia

What is the natural habitat of Larryleachia cactiformis?

Dry to mesic grasslands and woodlands

Species in the Apocynaceae family

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References

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Darrel C. H. Plowes (1925-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Plowes' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:995319-1: Based on the initial data import