Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
glabra
ID:
400036

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Berger

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 18a: 466 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000399368

Common Names

  • Rosularia Glabra
  • Smooth Rosularia
  • Glabrous Rosularia

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Synonyms

  • Umbilicus glaber Regel & C.Winkl. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon glabra O.Fedtsch. & B.Fedtsch. [unknown]

Description

Rosularia glabra (also called Smooth Rosularia, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent that grows up to 10 centimeters in height. It is native to Europe and Asia and is found in alpine and subalpine regions. Its leaves are thick, fleshy, and have a reddish-purple margin.

Uses & Benefits

Rosularia glabra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rosularia glabra are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rosularia glabra is a perennial succulent that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate by stem cuttings or by division of the root system. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water once established.

Where to Find Rosularia glabra

Rosularia glabra can be found in parts of the Mediterranean, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Rosularia glabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rosularia glabra?

Rosularia glabra

What is the common name of Rosularia glabra?

Smooth rosularia

What type of plant is Rosularia glabra?

Evergreen perennial

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-2416794: Based on the initial data import
Alwin Berger (1871-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Berger' in the authors string.