Status:
valid
Authors:
(Yıld.) Mutlu, Al-Shehbaz & Dönmez
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Turkish J. Bot. 31: 329 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507835
Common Names
- Pseudosempervivum gurulkanii
- Gurulkanii's pseudosempervivum
- Pseudosempervivum gurulkanii var. gurulkanii
Description
Pseudosempervivum gurulkanii (also called 'Gurulkani's Houseleek', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and small white flowers. It is found in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky slopes and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudosempervivum gurulkanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as a food source, and as a source of timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseudosempervivum gurulkanii has small, yellow flowers with five petals, and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pseudosempervivum gurulkanii is a small evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Pseudosempervivum gurulkanii
Pseudosempervivum gurulkanii can be found in the tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Pseudosempervivum gurulkanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudosempervivum gurulkanii?
Pseudosempervivum gurulkanii
What is the common name of Pseudosempervivum gurulkanii?
Gurulkani's Pseudosempervivum
What is the family of Pseudosempervivum gurulkanii?
Crassulaceae
Species in the Pseudosempervivum genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,
References
Birol Mutlu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mutlu' in the authors string.