Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
parvulum
ID:
595552

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) H.E.K.Hartmann

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
in Mitt. Inst. Allg. Bot. Hamburg 22: 173. 1988.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594884

Common Names

  • Parvulum Rush
  • Parvulum Spear Grass
  • Parvulum Spear Rush

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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum parvulum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Cheiridopsis parvula (Schltr.) N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Cephalophyllum parvulum (also called Dwarf Cephalophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of shrub that grows to a height of up to 1 m. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalophyllum parvulum 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 parvulum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalophyllum parvulum is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It is a low-growing, evergreen plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and water levels. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Cephalophyllum parvulum

Cephalophyllum parvulum is found in Mexico.

Cephalophyllum parvulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalophyllum parvulum?

Cephalophyllum parvulum

What is the common name of Cephalophyllum parvulum?

Small cephalophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Cephalophyllum parvulum?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including Cameroon, Ethiopia, and Tanzania

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

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Heidrun Hartmann (1942-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.K.Hartmann' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000594884: Based on the initial data import