Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
serpentinica
ID:
1332186

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Werderm.) Niederle

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Skalnickáruv rok 73: 18 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344640



Common Names

  • Chaloupkaea serpentinica
  • Serpentine Stonecrop
  • Serpentine Wall-Rocket


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Description

Chaloupkaea serpentinica (also called 'Serpentine Chaloupkaea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and white flowers, native to India. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Chaloupkaea serpentinica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and abdominal pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaloupkaea serpentinica has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaloupkaea serpentinica can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will benefit from regular watering during the summer months. It may need protection from frost in colder climates.

Where to Find Chaloupkaea serpentinica

Chaloupkaea serpentinica is native to the Mediterranean, where it can be found in moist meadows and grassy slopes at elevations of 1,000-2,000 m.

Chaloupkaea serpentinica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaloupkaea serpentinica?

Chaloupkaea serpentinica

What is the common name of Chaloupkaea serpentinica?

Serpentine Chaloupkaea

What is the natural habitat of Chaloupkaea serpentinica?

Woodlands and scrublands

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

Erich Werdermann (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Werderm.' in the authors string.
Josef Niederle: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Niederle' in the authors string.