Status:
valid
Authors:
Thulin
Source:
ksu
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 23: 533 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402282
Common Names
- Baric Rhytidocaulon
- Rhytidocaulon baricum
- Rhytidocaulon baricum var. baricum
Description
Rhytidocaulon baricum (also called Baric rhytidocaulon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Aizoaceae. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rhytidocaulon baricum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhytidocaulon baricum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhytidocaulon baricum is a hardy, evergreen, clump-forming perennial that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, although this is more difficult.
Where to Find Rhytidocaulon baricum
Rhytidocaulon baricum is native to Ethiopia. It can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Rhytidocaulon baricum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhytidocaulon baricum?
Rhytidocaulon baricum
What is the common name of Rhytidocaulon baricum?
Baric Rhytidocaulon
What is the natural habitat of Rhytidocaulon baricum?
Woodland and grassland
Species in the Rhytidocaulon genus
Rhytidocaulon specksii,
Rhytidocaulon sheilae,
Rhytidocaulon splendidum,
Rhytidocaulon baricum,
Rhytidocaulon ciliatum,
Rhytidocaulon fulleri,
Rhytidocaulon macrolobum,
Rhytidocaulon mccoyi,
Rhytidocaulon arachnoideum,
Rhytidocaulon pseudosubscandens,
Rhytidocaulon paradoxum,
Rhytidocaulon subscandens,
Rhytidocaulon piliferum,
Rhytidocaulon richardianum,
Rhytidocaulon tortum,
Rhytidocaulon elegantissimum,
Rhytidocaulon molamatarense,
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,