Cephalophyllum confusum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
confusum
ID:
595505
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dinter) Dinter & Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
in Gartenflora 77: 69. 1928.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594837
Common Names
- Cephalophyllum confusum
- Confused Cephalophyllum
- Confused Leaf-flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Mesembryanthemum confusum Dinter [unknown]
Description
Cephalophyllum confusum (also called Confused Cephalophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico. It is an evergreen shrub, up to 2 meters tall. It is found in dry, rocky areas, often in association with other shrubs.
Uses & Benefits
Cephalophyllum confusum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used in the production of essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cephalophyllum confusum is white and star-shaped. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single seed leaf.
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Cephalophyllum confusum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, sunny locations and can tolerate some flooding. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers moist, sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Cephalophyllum confusum
Cephalophyllum confusum is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Nayarit and Sinaloa.
Cephalophyllum confusum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cephalophyllum confusum?
Cephalophyllum confusum
What is the common name of Cephalophyllum confusum?
Confused Stonecrop
What is the natural habitat of Cephalophyllum confusum?
Rocky slopes and crevices
Species in the Cephalophyllum genus
Cephalophyllum alstonii, Cephalophyllum caespitosum, Cephalophyllum compressum, Cephalophyllum confusum, Cephalophyllum corniculatum, Cephalophyllum curtophyllum, Cephalophyllum diversiphyllum, Cephalophyllum ebracteatum, Cephalophyllum framesii, Cephalophyllum fulleri, Cephalophyllum goodii, Cephalophyllum griseum, Cephalophyllum hallii, Cephalophyllum herrei, Cephalophyllum inaequale, Cephalophyllum loreum, Cephalophyllum niveum, Cephalophyllum numeesense, Cephalophyllum parvibracteatum, Cephalophyllum parviflorum, Cephalophyllum parvulum, Cephalophyllum pillansii, Cephalophyllum pulchellum, Cephalophyllum pulchrum, Cephalophyllum purpureoalbum, Cephalophyllum regale, Cephalophyllum rigidum, Cephalophyllum rostellum, Cephalophyllum spissum, Cephalophyllum staminodiosum, Cephalophyllum subulatoides, Cephalophyllum tetrastichum, Cephalophyllum tricolorum,
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Kurt Dinter (1868-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dinter' in the authors string.
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
Caryophyllales.org record for Cephalophyllum confusum (Dinter) Dinter & Schwantes: Placement is base on the the 22 Nov 2022 import.