Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
linguifolia
ID:
626587

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lem.) Moran

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Baileya 19: 145 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625919



Common Names

  • Linguifolia Cremnophila
  • Cremnophila Linguifolia
  • Linguifolia Tree


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Synonyms

  • Pachyphytum lingua hort. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Anacampseros linguifolia Lem. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon linguifolia Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
  • Echeveria linguifolia Lem. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon linguaefolia (Lem.) Baker [unknown]

Description

Cremnophila linguifolia (also called Linguifolia Cremnophila, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a single stem with pinnate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cremnophila linguifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cremnophila linguifolia is white or yellowish, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, black, smooth, globose nut. The seedlings are small and have a rounded shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cremnophila linguifolia can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division is best done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several smaller clumps and replanted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Cremnophila linguifolia

Cremnophila linguifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands.

Cremnophila linguifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cremnophila linguifolia?

Cremnophila linguifolia

What type of soil is best for Cremnophila linguifolia?

Well-draining, sandy soil

How often should Cremnophila linguifolia be watered?

Once every two weeks

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-2742587: Based on the initial data import
Charles Antoine Lemaire (1800-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lem.' in the authors string.
Reid Venable Moran (1916-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moran' in the authors string.