Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
malacophylla
ID:
1300132

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pall.) Fisch.

Source:
tro

Year:
1809

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 2: 274 (1809)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299470



Common Names

  • Malacophylla Liveforever
  • Malacophylla Stonecrop
  • Malacophylla Sedum


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Description

Orostachys malacophylla (also called Chinese Dunce Cap, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant native to China, Mongolia, and Russia. It has a rosette of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves that are green to gray-green in color. It grows in rocky areas and on cliffs, and prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Orostachys malacophylla is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens, and is also used in green roofs. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Orostachys malacophylla sub. lioutchenngoi H.Ohba
Orostachys malacophylla var. aggregata (Makino) H.Ohba
Orostachys malacophylla var. iwarenge (Makino) H.Ohba

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orostachys malacophylla has yellow flowers with five petals and a five-lobed corolla. Its seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orostachys malacophylla is a succulent that can be propagated from stem cuttings. Take a stem cutting about 4-6 inches long and allow it to dry for a few days before planting. Plant the cutting in well-draining soil and water sparingly. The plant will root quickly and can be transplanted into a larger pot or garden bed.

Where to Find Orostachys malacophylla

Orostachys malacophylla is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Orostachys malacophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orostachys malacophylla?

Orostachys malacophylla

What type of plant is Orostachys malacophylla?

It is a succulent

Where is Orostachys malacophylla native to?

It is native to China

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 tro-8900208: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Peter Simon Pallas (1741-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pall.' in the authors string.