Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
densiflora
ID:
607807

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barnéoud) Hershk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 70: 220 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607139



Common Names

  • Cistanthe densiflora
  • Densiflora Cistanthe
  • Dense-flowered Rock Purslane


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Synonyms

  • Calandrinia barneoudii Phil. [unknown]
  • Calandrinia densiflora Barnéoud [unknown]
  • Calandrinia fasciculata Phil. [unknown]
  • Calandrinia viridis Phil. [unknown]
  • Claytonia densiflora (Barnéoud) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Claytonia fasciculata (Phil.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Claytonia philippiana Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Cistanthe densiflora (also called Rock Purslane, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent plant native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It has thick, fleshy, gray-green leaves and produces small, bright pink flowers. It is found in rocky crevices, cliffs, and dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Cistanthe densiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cistanthe densiflora is a yellowish-white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, thin, and pale green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cistanthe densiflora is a succulent native to South America. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered sparingly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Cistanthe densiflora

Cistanthe densiflora can be found in California and Oregon.

Cistanthe densiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cistanthe densiflora?

Cistanthe densiflora

What is the common name of Cistanthe densiflora?

Dense-flowered Rock Purslane

What is the natural habitat of Cistanthe densiflora?

Rocky areas

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-2723204: Based on the initial data import
François Marius Barnéoud (b.1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barnéoud' in the authors string.
Mark Alan Hershkovitz (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hershk.' in the authors string.