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
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.
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 Pharnaceum genus
Pharnaceum lanuginosum,
Pharnaceum albens,
Pharnaceum alpinum,
Pharnaceum aurantium,
Pharnaceum brevicaule,
Pharnaceum ciliare,
Pharnaceum confertum,
Pharnaceum cordifolium,
Pharnaceum croceum,
Pharnaceum detonsum,
Pharnaceum dichotomum,
Pharnaceum elongatum,
Pharnaceum exiguum,
Pharnaceum fluviale,
Pharnaceum gracile,
Pharnaceum incanum,
Pharnaceum lineare,
Pharnaceum microphyllum,
Pharnaceum rubens,
Pharnaceum scleranthoides,
Pharnaceum serpyllifolium,
Pharnaceum subtile,
Pharnaceum thunbergii,
Pharnaceum trigonum,
Pharnaceum verrucosum,
Pharnaceum viride,
Pharnaceum suffruticosum,
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,