Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
nuda
ID:
642112

Status:
valid

Authors:
Proctor

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 63: 225 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000641444



Common Names

  • Dendrophthora Nuda
  • Naked Dendrophthora
  • Naked Leafy Gall


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Description

Dendrophthora nuda (also called 'Naked Dendrophthora', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, succulent plant native to South Africa. It has small, round leaves and grows in rocky, sandy, and clay soils. It is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrophthora nuda is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrophthora nuda is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrophthora nuda is a perennial succulent plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated by taking stem cuttings in the spring and rooting them in a sandy soil mix. It can also be propagated by seed, which should be sown in a sandy soil mix in the spring. The seeds should be kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Dendrophthora nuda

Dendrophthora nuda is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Dendrophthora nuda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrophthora nuda?

Dendrophthora nuda

What is the family of Dendrophthora nuda?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Dendrophthora nuda?

Naked Dendrophthora

Species in the Dendrophthora genus

Dendrophthora albescens, Dendrophthora amalfiensis, Dendrophthora ambigua, Dendrophthora arcuata, Dendrophthora argentea, Dendrophthora avenia, Dendrophthora bermejae, Dendrophthora bonaniae, Dendrophthora brachylepis, Dendrophthora brachystachya, Dendrophthora bulbifera, Dendrophthora buxifolia, Dendrophthora capillaris, Dendrophthora capitellata, Dendrophthora carnosa, Dendrophthora chrysostachya, Dendrophthora clavata, Dendrophthora confertiflora, Dendrophthora constricta, Dendrophthora corynarthron, Dendrophthora costaricensis, Dendrophthora crispula, Dendrophthora cubensis, Dendrophthora cuneifolia, Dendrophthora cupressoides, Dendrophthora cupulata, Dendrophthora dalstroemii, Dendrophthora davidsei, Dendrophthora decipiens, Dendrophthora densifolia, Dendrophthora densifrons, Dendrophthora diffusa, Dendrophthora dimorpha, Dendrophthora dittae, Dendrophthora dodsonii, Dendrophthora domingensis, Dendrophthora eichleriana, Dendrophthora elegantissima, Dendrophthora elliptica, Dendrophthora enckeifolia, Dendrophthora epiviscum, Dendrophthora equisetoides, Dendrophthora excisa, Dendrophthora fanshawei, Dendrophthora fasciculata, Dendrophthora fastigiata, Dendrophthora fendleriana, Dendrophthora ferruginea, Dendrophthora filiformis, Dendrophthora flagelliformis,

Species in the Santalaceae family

Acanthosyris annonagustata, Acanthosyris asipapote, Acanthosyris falcata, Acanthosyris glabrata, Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii, Acanthosyris spinescens, Amphorogyne celastroides, Amphorogyne spicata, Amphorogyne staufferi, Anthobolus erythrocaulis, Anthobolus filifolius, Anthobolus foveolatus, Anthobolus leptomeroides, Antidaphne amazonensis, Antidaphne andina, Antidaphne antidaphneoides, Antidaphne glaziovii, Antidaphne hondurensis, Antidaphne punctulata, Antidaphne schottii, Antidaphne viscoidea, Antidaphne wrightii, Arceuthobium abietinum, Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae, Arceuthobium americanum, Arceuthobium apachecum, Arceuthobium azoricum, Arceuthobium bicarinatum, Arceuthobium blumeri, Arceuthobium californicum, Arceuthobium campylopodum, Arceuthobium chinense, Arceuthobium cyanocarpum, Arceuthobium divaricatum, Arceuthobium douglasii, Arceuthobium gillii, Arceuthobium globosum, Arceuthobium guatemalense, Arceuthobium hondurense, Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae, Arceuthobium littorum, Arceuthobium microcarpum, Arceuthobium minutissimum, Arceuthobium monticola, Arceuthobium nigrum, Arceuthobium occidentale, Arceuthobium oxycedri, Arceuthobium pendens, Arceuthobium pini, Arceuthobium pusillum,

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