Status:
valid
Authors:
(Haw.) N.E.Br.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
in: Phillips, E. P., Gen. S. Afr. Fl. Pl.: . 1926.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594915
Common Names
- Cephalophyllum Tricolorum
- Tricolorum Cephalophyllum
- Tricolorum Stonecrop
Synonyms
- Mesembryanthemum stramineum Willd. [illegitimate]
- Cephalophyllum comptonii (L.Bolus) N.E.Br. [unknown]
- Cephalophyllum crassum L.Bolus [unknown]
- Cephalophyllum tenuifolium L.Bolus [unknown]
- Mesembryanthemum tricolorum Haw. [unknown]
- Cephalophyllum tricolorum (Haw.) Schwantes [unknown]
Description
Cephalophyllum tricolorum (also called Three-coloured 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 tricolorum is a popular ornamental plant used for landscaping and decoration. It is also used to treat fever and as an antiseptic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cephalophyllum tricolorum has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, ovate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cephalophyllum tricolorum 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 tricolorum
Cephalophyllum tricolorum is native to South Africa and can be found growing in rocky, well-drained soils in full sun.
Cephalophyllum tricolorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cephalophyllum tricolorum?
Cephalophyllum tricolorum
What is the common name of Cephalophyllum tricolorum?
Cape Spear
What is the natural habitat of Cephalophyllum tricolorum?
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