Aichryson tortuosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tortuosum
ID:
525259
Status:
valid
Authors:
Webb & Berthel.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Iles Canaries 3(2; 1): 184 (1840)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524591
Common Names
- Aichryson Tortuosum
- Tortuous Aichryson
- Tortuous Rockrose
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- Macrobia tortuosa (Aiton) G.Kunkel [unknown]
- Sempervivum tortuosum Aiton [unknown]
- Sempervivum pulvinatum Praeger [unknown]
- Sempervivum pygmaeum C.Sm. ex Link [unknown]
- Sempervivum radicescens Lowe [unknown]
- Aeonium tortuosum A.Berger [unknown]
- Aichryson pulvinatum Burchard [unknown]
- Aichryson pygmaeum Webb & Berthel. [unknown]
- Aichryson radicescens Webb & Berthel. [unknown]
Description
Aichryson tortuosum (also called Tortuous Rockrose, Tortuous Aichryson, and Tortuous Rockrose, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Cistaceae family. It is native to the Canary Islands and is found in rocky habitats. It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and a rounded canopy.
Uses & Benefits
Aichryson tortuosum is a popular ornamental plant, used in rock gardens, borders, and containers. It is also used in erosion control and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Aichryson tortuosum sub. bethencourtianum (Bolle) BañaresFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aichryson tortuosum has yellow flowers that are bell-shaped. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have short stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aichryson tortuosum is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to the Canary Islands and is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Aichryson tortuosum
Aichryson tortuosum is native to tropical and subtropical forests in the Canary Islands.
Aichryson tortuosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aichryson tortuosum?
Aichryson tortuosum
What is the common name of Aichryson tortuosum?
Tortuous aichryson
Where is Aichryson tortuosum found?
Aichryson tortuosum is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Aichryson genus
Aichryson aizoides, Aichryson bituminosum, Aichryson bollei, Aichryson bramwellii, Aichryson brevipetalum, Aichryson dichotomum, Aichryson divaricatum, Aichryson dumosum, Aichryson laxum, Aichryson pachycaulon, Aichryson palmense, Aichryson parlatorei, Aichryson porphyrogennetos, Aichryson praegeri, Aichryson punctatum, Aichryson tortuosum, Aichryson villosum, Aichryson azuajei, Aichryson buchii, Aichryson santamariensis,
Species in the Crassulaceae family
Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2626804: Based on the initial data import
Philip Barker Webb (1793-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Webb' in the authors string.
Sabin Berthelot (1794-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Berthel.' in the authors string.