Pachyphytum oviferum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Table of Contents
- Summary
- Common names
- Description
- Uses & Benefits
- Flower, Seeds and seedlings
- Where to find
- FAQ
- References
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oviferum
ID:
1300385
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.A.Purpus
Source:
tro
Year:
1919
Citation Micro:
Monatsschr. Kakteenk. 29: 100 (1919)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299723
Common Names
- Pachyphytum oviferum
- Moonstones
- Sugar Almonds
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pachyphytum oviferum (also called Egg-Bearing Pachyphytum, among many other common names) is a species of succulent plant in the family Crassulaceae. It is native to Mexico, and grows in rocky areas. It has thick, fleshy, blue-green leaves that form rosettes, and produces yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pachyphytum oviferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Pachyphytum oviferum has small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have succulent leaves.
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Pachyphytum oviferum can be found in Mexico, in the states of Hidalgo and Queretaro.
Pachyphytum oviferum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pachyphytum oviferum?
Pachyphytum oviferum
What is the natural habitat of Pachyphytum oviferum?
Grassy meadows and rocky slopes
How often should Pachyphytum oviferum be watered?
Every 1-2 weeks, depending on the season
Species in the Pachyphytum genus
Pachyphytum saltensis, Pachyphytum brachetii, Pachyphytum contrerasii, Pachyphytum cuicatecanum, Pachyphytum kimnachii, Pachyphytum fittkaui, Pachyphytum caesium, Pachyphytum werdermannii, Pachyphytum garciae, Pachyphytum hookeri, Pachyphytum machucae, Pachyphytum viride, Pachyphytum oviferum, Pachyphytum glutinicaule, Pachyphytum coeruleum, Pachyphytum compactum, Pachyphytum bracteosum, Pachyphytum longifolium, Pachyphytum brevifolium,
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-8901309: Based on the initial data import
Josef Anton Purpus (1860-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.Purpus' in the authors string.