Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
caespitosa
ID:
1293597

Status:
valid

Authors:
Friedrich

Source:
tro

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 12: 64 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292935



Common Names

  • Hypertelis caespitosa
  • Caespitosa Hypertelis
  • Caespitosa Sea Purslane


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Description

Hypertelis caespitosa (also called Tufted Hypertelis, among many other common names) is a low-growing, succulent perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It has small, fleshy leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy areas and is often found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hypertelis caespitosa is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have a calming effect.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypertelis caespitosa has small yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are tiny, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypertelis caespitosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. Plants should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Hypertelis caespitosa

Hypertelis caespitosa is found in South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana.

Hypertelis caespitosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypertelis caespitosa?

Hypertelis caespitosa

What is the common name of Hypertelis caespitosa?

Tufted Hypertelis

What is the native range of Hypertelis caespitosa?

South America

Species in the Molluginaceae family

Adenogramma asparagoides, Adenogramma capillaris, Adenogramma congesta, Adenogramma glomerata, Adenogramma lichtensteiniana, Adenogramma littoralis, Adenogramma mollugo, Adenogramma physocalyx, Adenogramma rigida, Adenogramma sylvatica, Adenogramma teretifolia, Coelanthum grandiflorum, Coelanthum semiquinquefidum, Coelanthum verticillatum, Glinus bainesii, Glinus herniarioides, Glinus lotoides, Glinus microphyllus, Glinus oppositifolius, Glinus orygioides, Glinus radiatus, Glinus runkewitzii, Glinus sessiliflorus, Glinus setiflorus, Glischrothamnus ulei, Hypertelis angrae-pequenae, Hypertelis arenicola, Hypertelis bowkeriana, Hypertelis caespitosa, Hypertelis salsoloides, Hypertelis spergulacea, Hypertelis trachysperma, Mollugo verticillata, Mollugo pinosia, Mollugo nudicaulis, Mollugo cerviana, Mollugo fragilis, Mollugo angustifolia, Mollugo namaquensis, Mollugo pusilla, Mollugo tenella, Mollugo walteri, Mollugo decandra, Mollugo caespitosa, Mollugo pentaphylla, Mollugo stricta, Mollugo snodgrassii, Mollugo crockeri, Mollugo flavescens, Mollugo floriana,

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