Status:
valid
Authors:
Lavis
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 291. 1931.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000618870
Common Names
- Luckhoffii Conophytum
- Luckhoffii Living Pebbles
- Luckhoffii Little Pickles
Synonyms
- Conophytum edwardsiae Lavis [unknown]
- Conophytum luckhoffii angustipetalum L.Bolus [illegitimate]
Description
Conophytum luckhoffii (also called 'Luckhoff's Living Pebbles', among many other common names) is a small, succulent plant with two fused leaves that form a single body. It is native to the Northern Cape Province of South Africa and is found in rocky, dry areas. It is an ideal plant for rock gardens and containers.
Uses & Benefits
Conophytum luckhoffii is used for ornamental purposes and for medicinal purposes such as treating fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Conophytum luckhoffii is yellow and star-shaped. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Conophytum luckhoffii is a succulent native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune regularly to maintain a desired shape.
Where to Find Conophytum luckhoffii
Conophytum luckhoffii is native to the Richtersveld in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.
Conophytum luckhoffii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Conophytum luckhoffii?
Conophytum luckhoffii
What type of plant is Conophytum luckhoffii?
Succulent
Where does Conophytum luckhoffii originate from?
South Africa
Species in the Conophytum genus
Conophytum achabense,
Conophytum acutum,
Conophytum albiflorum,
Conophytum angelicae,
Conophytum armianum,
Conophytum auriflorum,
Conophytum bachelorum,
Conophytum bicarinatum,
Conophytum bilobum,
Conophytum blandum,
Conophytum bolusiae,
Conophytum breve,
Conophytum brunneum,
Conophytum bruynsii,
Conophytum burgeri,
Conophytum buysianum,
Conophytum calculus,
Conophytum caroli,
Conophytum carpianum,
Conophytum chauviniae,
Conophytum chrisocruxum,
Conophytum chrisolum,
Conophytum comptonii,
Conophytum concavum,
Conophytum concordans,
Conophytum cubicum,
Conophytum cupreiflorum,
Conophytum cylindratum,
Conophytum depressum,
Conophytum devium,
Conophytum ectypum,
Conophytum ernstii,
Conophytum fibuliforme,
Conophytum ficiforme,
Conophytum flavum,
Conophytum fraternum,
Conophytum friedrichiae,
Conophytum frutescens,
Conophytum fulleri,
Conophytum globosum,
Conophytum halenbergense,
Conophytum hammeri,
Conophytum hanae,
Conophytum herreanthus,
Conophytum hians,
Conophytum irmae,
Conophytum jarmilae,
Conophytum joubertii,
Conophytum jucundum,
Conophytum khamiesbergense,
Species in the Aizoaceae family