Cistanthe tovarii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tovarii
ID:
607839
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Galán
Source:
cmp
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 53: 253 (1995 publ. 1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607171
Common Names
- Tovar's Rock Purslane
- Tovar Rock Purslane
- Tovar's Cistanthe
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cistanthe tovarii (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 tovarii is an attractive ornamental plant with bright yellow flowers and glossy green foliage. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. It is often used as a ground cover or in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cistanthe tovarii is a bright pink, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green hue.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cistanthe tovarii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, use a sharp, sterile knife to cut a stem just below a node. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and place it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. Cistanthe tovarii can be cultivated in full sun or partial shade in well-draining soil.
Where to Find Cistanthe tovarii
Cistanthe tovarii can be found in Mexico.
Cistanthe tovarii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cistanthe tovarii?
Cistanthe tovarii
What type of plant is Cistanthe tovarii?
Succulent
Where is Cistanthe tovarii found?
South America
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-2723233: Based on the initial data import
Antonio Galán de Mera (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Galán' in the authors string.