Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
gracile
ID:
1293578

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fenzl

Source:
tro

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Ann. Wiener Mus. Naturgesch. 2: 256 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292916

Common Names

  • Pharnaceum gracile
  • Gracile Pharnaceum
  • Pharnaceum

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Description

Pharnaceum gracile (also called Slender Pharnaceum, among many other common names) is a low-growing, succulent perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It has small, fleshy leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy areas and is often found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pharnaceum gracile 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 gracile 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 gracile 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 gracile will require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Pharnaceum gracile

Pharnaceum gracile is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Pharnaceum gracile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pharnaceum gracile?

Pharnaceum gracile

What is the common name of Pharnaceum gracile?

Graceful Pharnaceum

What is the native range of Pharnaceum gracile?

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-700255: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Fenzl (1808-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fenzl' in the authors string.