Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
cleistanthum
ID:
704768

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.R.Barker

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 15: 72 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704101



Common Names

  • Glossostigma cleistanthum
  • Cleistanthum Glossostigma
  • Cleist Glossostigma


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Description

Glossostigma cleistanthum (also called 'Cleistanthum Star Plant', among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant native to South Africa. It has thick, fleshy leaves that grow in a star-like pattern and can reach up to 10 cm in diameter. It is found in rocky areas and in dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Glossostigma cleistanthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a windbreak and to provide shade. The leaves of this plant are edible and can be used in salads and other dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Glossostigma cleistanthum has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glossostigma cleistanthum is a succulent plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by seed. To propagate by stem cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy stem and allow it to dry out for a few days before planting it in well-draining soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil and keep the soil moist but not wet. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Glossostigma cleistanthum

Glossostigma cleistanthum is native to Australia. It is found in dry, sandy areas.

Glossostigma cleistanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glossostigma cleistanthum?

Glossostigma cleistanthum

What is the natural habitat of Glossostigma cleistanthum?

It is native to Central America and South America.

What are the common names of Glossostigma cleistanthum?

It is commonly known as the cleistanthum starburst lily.

Species in the Phrymaceae family

Diplacus aridus, Diplacus aurantiacus, Diplacus calycinus, Diplacus clevelandii, Diplacus grandiflorus, Diplacus linearis, Diplacus lompocensis, Diplacus longiflorus, Diplacus parviflorus, Diplacus puniceus, Diplacus rutilus, Diplacus stellatus, Diplacus parryi, Diplacus rupicola, Diplacus bigelovii, Diplacus bolanderi, Diplacus clivicola, Diplacus constrictus, Diplacus cusickii, Diplacus fremontii, Diplacus jepsonii, Diplacus johnstonii, Diplacus layneae, Diplacus leptaleus, Diplacus mephiticus, Diplacus mohavensis, Diplacus nanus, Diplacus rattanii, Diplacus viscidus, Diplacus pictus, Diplacus angustatus, Diplacus pulchellus, Diplacus tricolor, Diplacus congdonii, Diplacus douglasii, Diplacus kelloggii, Diplacus torreyi, Diplacus traskiae, Diplacus compactus, Diplacus vandenbergensis, Diplacus ovatus, Diplacus brandegeei, Diplacus thompsonii, Diplacus cusickioides, Diplacus deschutesensis, Diplacus cascadensis, Diplacus bicolor, Diplacus brevipes, Diplacus australis, Diplacus pygmaeus,

References

William Robert Barker (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Barker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:961487-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].