Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
pusillum
ID:
362191

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
ksu

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 22: 28 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361523



Common Names

  • Small Lenophyllum
  • Pusillum Lenophyllum
  • Small Star-Violet


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Description

Lenophyllum pusillum (also called Small-Leaved Lenophyllum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lenophyllum pusillum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lenophyllum pusillum has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lenophyllum pusillum is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When planting in the ground, space plants at least 3 feet apart. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring and summer months.

Where to Find Lenophyllum pusillum

Lenophyllum pusillum is native to South Africa and can be found in the Northern Cape Province.

Lenophyllum pusillum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lenophyllum pusillum?

Lenophyllum pusillum

What is the common name of Lenophyllum pusillum?

Dwarf Lenophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Lenophyllum pusillum?

Grasslands and disturbed areas

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,