Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
adscendens
ID:
624325

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dyer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Fl. Pl. Africa 27: t. 1080 1949

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623657



Common Names

  • Cotyledon adscendens
  • Ascending Cotyledon
  • Ascendent Cotyledon


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Description

Cotyledon adscendens (also called Climbing Cotyledon, among many other common names) is a small, shrub-like plant that grows up to 4 feet tall and 5 feet in diameter. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry, rocky or sandy soils in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cotyledon adscendens is an attractive ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It has a dense, bushy growth habit and is often used as a hedge or screen plant. It is also used as a windbreak and can provide shade in hot climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cotyledon adscendens is a yellow, 5-petalled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, globose capsule. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cotyledon adscendens is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is widely cultivated in gardens. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a pot filled with a mixture of sand and peat. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Cotyledon adscendens

Cotyledon adscendens is native to South Africa and can be found in temperate forests.

Cotyledon adscendens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cotyledon adscendens?

Cotyledon adscendens

What type of plant is Cotyledon adscendens?

Shrub

Where does Cotyledon adscendens originate from?

South Africa

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,