Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 83: 13. 1928.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704179
Common Names
- Living Stones
- Split Rock Plant
- Glottiphyllum suave
Description
Glottiphyllum suave (also called Suave Glottiphyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Aizoaceae. It is a succulent shrub with obovate to spatulate leaves that are 2-4 cm long and 1-2 cm wide. It is native to southern Africa, where it is found in dry grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Glottiphyllum suave is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in potpourri.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Glottiphyllum suave is a star-shaped, white to pale pink in colour. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, round, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glottiphyllum suave is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or by division in the spring. The plant is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.
Where to Find Glottiphyllum suave
Glottiphyllum suave is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.
Glottiphyllum suave FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glottiphyllum suave?
Glottiphyllum suave
What is the common name of Glottiphyllum suave?
Suave Glottiphyllum
What is the natural habitat of Glottiphyllum suave?
It is found in dry, open grassland and wooded grassland in South Africa
Species in the Glottiphyllum genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family