Status:
valid
Authors:
(Haw.) L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 236. 1950.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704181
Common Names
- Living Stones
- Split Rock Plant
- Glottiphyllum surrectum
Description
Glottiphyllum surrectum (also called Upright 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 surrectum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in potpourri.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Glottiphyllum surrectum 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 surrectum 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 surrectum
Glottiphyllum surrectum is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.
Glottiphyllum surrectum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glottiphyllum surrectum?
Glottiphyllum surrectum
What is the common name of Glottiphyllum surrectum?
Upright Glottiphyllum
What is the natural habitat of Glottiphyllum surrectum?
It is found in dry, open grassland and wooded grassland in South Africa
Species in the Glottiphyllum genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family