Pharnaceum alpinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpinum
ID:
1293564
Status:
valid
Authors:
Adamson
Source:
tro
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 24: 38 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292902
Common Names
- Pharnaceum alpinum
- Alpinum Pharnaceum
- Pharnaceum
Searching for Pharnaceum alpinum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pharnaceum alpinum (also called Alpine Pharnaceum, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in coastal regions and is often found in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pharnaceum alpinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pharnaceum alpinum is small and white, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Searching for Pharnaceum alpinum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pharnaceum alpinum is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Pharnaceum alpinum will require regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Pharnaceum alpinum
Pharnaceum alpinum can be found in South Africa.
Pharnaceum alpinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pharnaceum alpinum?
Pharnaceum alpinum
What is the common name of Pharnaceum alpinum?
Alpinum Pharnaceum
Where is Pharnaceum alpinum native to?
South Africa
Species in the Pharnaceum genus
Pharnaceum lanuginosum, Pharnaceum albens, Pharnaceum alpinum, Pharnaceum aurantium, Pharnaceum brevicaule, Pharnaceum ciliare, Pharnaceum confertum, Pharnaceum cordifolium, Pharnaceum croceum, Pharnaceum detonsum, Pharnaceum dichotomum, Pharnaceum elongatum, Pharnaceum exiguum, Pharnaceum fluviale, Pharnaceum gracile, Pharnaceum incanum, Pharnaceum lineare, Pharnaceum microphyllum, Pharnaceum rubens, Pharnaceum scleranthoides, Pharnaceum serpyllifolium, Pharnaceum subtile, Pharnaceum thunbergii, Pharnaceum trigonum, Pharnaceum verrucosum, Pharnaceum viride, Pharnaceum suffruticosum,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-700239: Based on the initial data import
Robert Stephen Adamson (1885-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Adamson' in the authors string.