Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
tetrastichum
ID:
595582

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.E.K.Hartmann

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
in Mitt. Inst. Allg. Bot. Hamburg 22: 177. 1988.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594914

Common Names

  • Cephalophyllum Tetrastichum
  • Tetrastichum Cephalophyllum
  • Tetrastichum Stonecrop

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Description

Cephalophyllum tetrastichum (also called Four-rowed 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 tetrastichum is a popular ornamental plant used for landscaping and decoration. It is also used to treat respiratory issues and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cephalophyllum tetrastichum has small white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalophyllum tetrastichum 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 tetrastichum

Cephalophyllum tetrastichum can be found in South Africa, growing in rocky, well-drained soils in full sun.

Cephalophyllum tetrastichum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalophyllum tetrastichum?

Cephalophyllum tetrastichum

What is the common name of Cephalophyllum tetrastichum?

Cape Spear

What is the natural habitat of Cephalophyllum tetrastichum?

It is found in rocky outcrops in South Africa

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