Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
viscosum
ID:
528748

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Mann) Sherff

Source:
cmp

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 31: 155 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000528080



Common Names

  • Viscous Alsinidendron
  • Viscous Alsinidendron Tree
  • Viscous Alsinidendron Shrub


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Synonyms

  • Schiedea viscosa H.Mann [unknown]
  • Schiedea viscosa laevis (Sherff) St.John. [unknown]
  • Alsinidendron viscosum laeve Sherff [unknown]

Description

Alsinidendron viscosum (also called Viscous Alsinidendron, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry habitats such as rocky hillsides and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Alsinidendron viscosum is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of timber for furniture making.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alsinidendron viscosum has small, yellow flowers with a pleasant fragrance. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Alsinidendron viscosum: This plant is best propagated through seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is best to water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few months.

Where to Find Alsinidendron viscosum

Alsinidendron viscosum is native to the Mediterranean region.

Alsinidendron viscosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alsinidendron viscosum?

Alsinidendron viscosum

What type of plant is Alsinidendron viscosum?

Shrub

What is the natural habitat of Alsinidendron viscosum?

Deserts and dry areas

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2630713: Based on the initial data import
Horace Mann Junior (1844-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Mann' in the authors string.
Earl Edward Sherff (1886-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sherff' in the authors string.