Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
croceum
ID:
1293572

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey. ex Fenzl

Source:
tro

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Ann. Wiener Mus. Naturgesch. 2: 255 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292910

Common Names

  • Pharnaceum croceum
  • Croceum Pharnaceum
  • Pharnaceum

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Description

Pharnaceum croceum (also called Orange Pharnaceum, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in coastal regions and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pharnaceum croceum is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have a calming effect.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pharnaceum croceum is small and white, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pharnaceum croceum is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Pharnaceum croceum will require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Pharnaceum croceum

Pharnaceum croceum can be found in South Africa.

Pharnaceum croceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pharnaceum croceum?

Pharnaceum croceum

What is the common name of Pharnaceum croceum?

Croceum Pharnaceum

Where is Pharnaceum croceum native to?

South Africa

Species in the Molluginaceae family

Adenogramma asparagoides, Adenogramma capillaris, Adenogramma congesta, Adenogramma glomerata, Adenogramma lichtensteiniana, Adenogramma littoralis, Adenogramma mollugo, Adenogramma physocalyx, Adenogramma rigida, Adenogramma sylvatica, Adenogramma teretifolia, Coelanthum grandiflorum, Coelanthum semiquinquefidum, Coelanthum verticillatum, Glinus bainesii, Glinus herniarioides, Glinus lotoides, Glinus microphyllus, Glinus oppositifolius, Glinus orygioides, Glinus radiatus, Glinus runkewitzii, Glinus sessiliflorus, Glinus setiflorus, Glischrothamnus ulei, Hypertelis angrae-pequenae, Hypertelis arenicola, Hypertelis bowkeriana, Hypertelis caespitosa, Hypertelis salsoloides, Hypertelis spergulacea, Hypertelis trachysperma, Mollugo verticillata, Mollugo pinosia, Mollugo nudicaulis, Mollugo cerviana, Mollugo fragilis, Mollugo angustifolia, Mollugo namaquensis, Mollugo pusilla, Mollugo tenella, Mollugo walteri, Mollugo decandra, Mollugo caespitosa, Mollugo pentaphylla, Mollugo stricta, Mollugo snodgrassii, Mollugo crockeri, Mollugo flavescens, Mollugo floriana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-700249: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.
Eduard Fenzl (1808-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fenzl' in the authors string.