Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
villosum
ID:
525260

Status:
valid

Authors:
Webb & Berthel.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Iles Canaries 3(2; 1): 184 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524592



Common Names

  • Aichryson Villosum
  • Hairy Aichryson
  • Hairy Rockrose


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Synonyms

  • Sempervivum stellatum Sm. [unknown]
  • Sempervivum villosum Aiton [unknown]
  • Sempervivum barretii Menezes [unknown]

Description

Aichryson villosum (also called Hairy Rockrose, Hairy Aichryson, and Hairy 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 villosum 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aichryson villosum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Aichryson villosum 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 villosum

Aichryson villosum is native to tropical and subtropical forests in the Canary Islands.

Aichryson villosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aichryson villosum?

Aichryson villosum

What is the common name of Aichryson villosum?

Hairy aichryson

Where is Aichryson villosum found?

Aichryson villosum is found in the Mediterranean region

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-2626805: 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.