Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
mccoyi
ID:
392919

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lavranos & Mies

Source:
ksu

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Asklepios 82: 29 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392251



Common Names

  • Pseudolithos mccoyi
  • McCoyi Pseudolithos
  • McCoyi Velvet Plant


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Synonyms

  • Anomalluma mccoyi (Lavranos & Mies) Meve & Liede [unknown]

Description

Pseudolithos mccoyi (also called McCoy's stone, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent native to East Africa. It has short, stout stems with thick, fleshy leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky habitats such as deserts and mountains.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudolithos mccoyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudolithos mccoyi has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudolithos mccoyi is a succulent plant native to Oman. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a warm, dry environment and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to keep the soil dry and well-draining. Fertilize occasionally with a balanced fertilizer. It is a slow-growing plant and can reach up to 1 foot in height.

Where to Find Pseudolithos mccoyi

Pseudolithos mccoyi can be found in the deserts of Oman.

Pseudolithos mccoyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudolithos mccoyi?

Pseudolithos mccoyi

What is the common name of Pseudolithos mccoyi?

McCoy's Stone

What is the natural habitat of Pseudolithos mccoyi?

Tropical deserts of the Middle East

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

John Jacob Lavranos (1926-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lavranos' in the authors string.
Bruno A. Mies (d.2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mies' in the authors string.