Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 94. 1937.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000619085
Common Names
- Conophytum semivestitum
- Semivestitum Conophytum
- Semivestitum's Window Plant
Description
Conophytum semivestitum (also called 'Half-Clothed Conophytum', among many other common names) is a small, succulent plant native to South Africa. It has a flattened, globose body with a single pair of leaves. It is found in rocky outcrops and in sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Conophytum semivestitum is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and succulent collections. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin ailments, respiratory problems, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Conophytum semivestitum is yellow in color and has a star-shaped structure. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and round in shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Conophytum semivestitum is a small, perennial succulent with a compact, globose body. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or from offsets. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Offsets can be removed from the mother plant and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered sparingly.
Where to Find Conophytum semivestitum
Conophytum semivestitum can be found in the Northern Cape, South Africa.
Conophytum semivestitum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Conophytum semivestitum?
Conophytum semivestitum
What is the common name of Conophytum semivestitum?
Semi-vested Conophytum
What is the natural habitat of Conophytum semivestitum?
Tropical and subtropical deserts of 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