Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
brachycaulos
ID:
1301048

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Webb & Berthel.) Lowe

Source:
tro

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Fl. Salvag. Tent. : 12 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001300386

Common Names

  • Brachycaulos Monanthes
  • Brachycaulos Leaf Monanthes
  • Brachycaulos-Leaf Monanthes

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Description

Monanthes brachycaulos (also called Short-stemmed Navelwort, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent with fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves and small, star-shaped yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Monanthes brachycaulos is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to create a low-maintenance garden. The leaves of this plant can also be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monanthes brachycaulos has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monanthes brachycaulos is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial succulent that forms a dense mat of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves. It is easily propagated from stem cuttings or offsets. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Monanthes brachycaulos

Monanthes brachycaulos can be found in the Canary Islands.

Monanthes brachycaulos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monanthes brachycaulos?

Monanthes brachycaulos

What is the common name of Monanthes brachycaulos?

Short-Stemmed Monanthes

What is the optimal growing temperature for Monanthes brachycaulos?

50-65°F (10-18°C)

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-8902972: Based on the initial data import
Philip Barker Webb (1793-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Webb' in the authors string.
Sabin Berthelot (1794-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Berthel.' in the authors string.
Richard Thomas Lowe (1802-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowe' in the authors string.