Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
platyphylla
ID:
1300868

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
tro

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 12: 392 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001300206



Common Names

  • Platyphylla Thompsonella
  • Platyphylla Leaf Thompsonella
  • Platyphylla-Leaf Thompsonella


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Description

Thompsonella platyphylla (also called Broad-Leaved Thompsonella, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial native to Mexico. It is characterized by its thick, fleshy, gray-green leaves and clusters of yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas of the country.

Uses & Benefits

Thompsonella platyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves of this plant are used to make tea and are also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thompsonella platyphylla has white to pink flowers with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thompsonella platyphylla is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or leaf cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and bright, indirect sunlight. Water sparingly and allow the soil to dry out between waterings. It is also susceptible to root rot if overwatered.

Where to Find Thompsonella platyphylla

Thompsonella platyphylla is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Hidalgo and Veracruz.

Thompsonella platyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thompsonella platyphylla?

Thompsonella platyphylla

What type of plant is Thompsonella platyphylla?

It is a succulent

Where is Thompsonella platyphylla found?

It is found in the mountains of central and southern Mexico

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,

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