Dinteranthus vanzylii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vanzylii
ID:
648657
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.Bolus) Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
in Natl. Cact. Succ. J. 6: 2. 1951.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647989
Common Names
- Dinteranthus vanzylii
- Vanzylii Dinteranthus
- Dinteranthus
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- Lithops vanzylii L.Bolus [unknown]
- Dinteranthus vanzylii lineatus H.Jacobsen [unknown]
- Dinteranthus vanzijlii vanzijlii [unknown]
- Lithops vanzijlii L.Bolus [deprecated]
- Dinteranthus vanzylii lineatus (H.Jacobsen) H.Jacobsen [unknown]
Description
Dinteranthus vanzylii (also called 'Vanzyl's Stoneplant' and 'Vanzyl's Stonecrop', among many other common names) is a small, succulent shrub native to the deserts of southern Africa. It grows in sandy, dry habitats and has small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Dinteranthus vanzylii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dinteranthus vanzylii is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, bean-like capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dinteranthus vanzylii is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil.
Where to Find Dinteranthus vanzylii
Dinteranthus vanzylii is found in the tropical regions of South Africa, including the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo.
Dinteranthus vanzylii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dinteranthus vanzylii?
Dinteranthus vanzylii
What is the common name of Dinteranthus vanzylii?
Vanzyl's Dinteranthus
What is the natural habitat of Dinteranthus vanzylii?
It is found in dry, rocky areas in the southern parts of Africa.
Species in the Dinteranthus genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000647989: Based on the initial data import