Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
umbellata
ID:
607841

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr.) Hershk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 68: 268 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607173



Common Names

  • Umbellate Rock Purslane
  • Umbellate Cistanthe
  • Umbellate Rock Purslane


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Synonyms

  • Spraguea umbellata Torr. [unknown]
  • Calyptridium umbellatum (Torr.) Greene [unknown]
  • Calyptridium umbellatum caudiciferum (A.Gray) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Cistanthe umbellata caudicifera (A.Gray) Kartesz & Gandhi [unknown]
  • Spraguea umbellata caudicifera A.Gray [unknown]
  • Cistanthe umbellata umbellata [unknown]

Description

Cistanthe umbellata (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 umbellata is an ornamental plant with bright pink 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 umbellata 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Cistanthe umbellata 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 umbellata can be cultivated in full sun or partial shade in well-draining soil.

Where to Find Cistanthe umbellata

Cistanthe umbellata can be found in California and Oregon.

Cistanthe umbellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cistanthe umbellata?

Cistanthe umbellata

What type of plant is Cistanthe umbellata?

Succulent

Where is Cistanthe umbellata 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-2723235: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Mark Alan Hershkovitz (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hershk.' in the authors string.