Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cachinalensis
ID:
509475

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Peralta & D.I.Ford

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 45: 239 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508807



Common Names

  • Cistanthe cachinalensis
  • Cachinalensis Cistanthe
  • Cachinalensis


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Synonyms

  • Calandrinia cachinalensis Phil. [unknown]
  • Claytonia cachinalensis (Phil.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cistanthe cachinalensis (Phil.) D.I.Ford [deprecated]

Description

Cistanthe cachinalensis (also called Cachinal Rock Purslane, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Chile. It is a low-growing, succulent plant growing up to 10 centimeters tall, with small, fleshy leaves. It prefers dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cistanthe cachinalensis is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive ailments, skin diseases, and fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cistanthe cachinalensis is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cistanthe cachinalensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cistanthe cachinalensis

Cistanthe cachinalensis is native to Chile.

Cistanthe cachinalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cistanthe cachinalensis?

Cistanthe cachinalensis

What is the common name of Cistanthe cachinalensis?

Cachinalensis

What is the natural habitat of Cistanthe cachinalensis?

Tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests

Species in the Cistanthe genus

Cistanthe cachinalensis, Cistanthe chrysantha, Cistanthe lamprosperma, Cistanthe laxiflora, Cistanthe thyrsoidea, Cistanthe amarantoides, Cistanthe ambigua, Cistanthe arancioana, Cistanthe arenaria, Cistanthe cabrerae, Cistanthe calycina, Cistanthe celosioides, Cistanthe cephalophora, Cistanthe coquimbensis, Cistanthe cymosa, Cistanthe densiflora, Cistanthe fenzlii, Cistanthe grandiflora, Cistanthe guadalupensis, Cistanthe humilis, Cistanthe lingulata, Cistanthe longiscapa, Cistanthe maritima, Cistanthe minuscula, Cistanthe monandra, Cistanthe monosperma, Cistanthe paniculata, Cistanthe parryi, Cistanthe picta, Cistanthe pulchella, Cistanthe pygmaea, Cistanthe quadripetala, Cistanthe rosea, Cistanthe salsoloides, Cistanthe stricta, Cistanthe tovarii, Cistanthe umbellata, Cistanthe weberbaueri,

Species in the Montiaceae family

Calandrinia crispisepala, Calandrinia kalanniensis, Calandrinia translucens, Calandrinia acaulis, Calandrinia acuminata, Calandrinia aegialitis, Calandrinia affinis, Calandrinia alba, Calandrinia arenicola, Calandrinia argentea, Calandrinia balonensis, Calandrinia bandurriae, Calandrinia biflora, Calandrinia bracteosa, Calandrinia brevipedata, Calandrinia breweri, Calandrinia caesia, Calandrinia caespitosa, Calandrinia calycotricha, Calandrinia calyptrata, Calandrinia carolinii, Calandrinia ciliata, Calandrinia colchaguensis, Calandrinia compacta, Calandrinia composita, Calandrinia compressa, Calandrinia conferta, Calandrinia corrigioloides, Calandrinia corymbosa, Calandrinia crassifolia, Calandrinia creethae, Calandrinia cygnorum, Calandrinia cylindrica, Calandrinia depressa, Calandrinia dielsii, Calandrinia dipetala, Calandrinia disperma, Calandrinia eremaea, Calandrinia filifolia, Calandrinia galapagosa, Calandrinia glaucopurpurea, Calandrinia gracilis, Calandrinia graminifolia, Calandrinia granulifera, Calandrinia heterophylla, Calandrinia hirtella, Calandrinia involucrata, Calandrinia lancifolia, Calandrinia lehmannii, Calandrinia leucopogon,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2606695: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Donna I. Ford: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.I.Ford' in the authors string.
Iris Edith Peralta (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peralta' in the authors string.