Status:
valid
Authors:
(Phil.) Carolin ex Hershk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 68: 269 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607135
Common Names
- Cistanthe celosioides
- Celosioides Cistanthe
- Woolly Rock Purslane
Synonyms
- Silvaea celosioides Phil. [unknown]
- Silvaea fastigiata Phil. [unknown]
- Philippiamra pachyphylla Kuntze [unknown]
- Silvaea pachyphylla Phil. [unknown]
- Philippiamra celosioides Kuntze [unknown]
- Philippiamra fastigiata Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
Description
Cistanthe celosioides (also called Rou Cong Rong, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is found in the deserts and semi-deserts of this region and grows in sandy or stony soils. It has a thick, woody stem and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cistanthe celosioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cistanthe celosioides is a yellowish-white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, thin, and pale green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cistanthe celosioides is a succulent native to South America. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered sparingly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Cistanthe celosioides
Cistanthe celosioides can be found in the western United States and Mexico.
Cistanthe celosioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cistanthe celosioides?
Cistanthe celosioides
What is the common name of Cistanthe celosioides?
Rock Purslane
What is the natural habitat of Cistanthe celosioides?
Rocky areas
Species in the Cistanthe genus
Cistanthe cachinalensis,
Cistanthe chrysantha,
Cistanthe lamprosperma,
Cistanthe laxiflora,
Cistanthe thyrsoidea,
Cistanthe amarantoides,
Cistanthe ambigua,
Cistanthe arancioana,
Cistanthe arenaria,
Cistanthe cabrerae,
Cistanthe calycina,
Cistanthe celosioides,
Cistanthe cephalophora,
Cistanthe coquimbensis,
Cistanthe cymosa,
Cistanthe densiflora,
Cistanthe fenzlii,
Cistanthe grandiflora,
Cistanthe guadalupensis,
Cistanthe humilis,
Cistanthe lingulata,
Cistanthe longiscapa,
Cistanthe maritima,
Cistanthe minuscula,
Cistanthe monandra,
Cistanthe monosperma,
Cistanthe paniculata,
Cistanthe parryi,
Cistanthe picta,
Cistanthe pulchella,
Cistanthe pygmaea,
Cistanthe quadripetala,
Cistanthe rosea,
Cistanthe salsoloides,
Cistanthe stricta,
Cistanthe tovarii,
Cistanthe umbellata,
Cistanthe weberbaueri,
Species in the Montiaceae family
Calandrinia crispisepala,
Calandrinia kalanniensis,
Calandrinia translucens,
Calandrinia acaulis,
Calandrinia acuminata,
Calandrinia aegialitis,
Calandrinia affinis,
Calandrinia alba,
Calandrinia arenicola,
Calandrinia argentea,
Calandrinia balonensis,
Calandrinia bandurriae,
Calandrinia biflora,
Calandrinia bracteosa,
Calandrinia brevipedata,
Calandrinia breweri,
Calandrinia caesia,
Calandrinia caespitosa,
Calandrinia calycotricha,
Calandrinia calyptrata,
Calandrinia carolinii,
Calandrinia ciliata,
Calandrinia colchaguensis,
Calandrinia compacta,
Calandrinia composita,
Calandrinia compressa,
Calandrinia conferta,
Calandrinia corrigioloides,
Calandrinia corymbosa,
Calandrinia crassifolia,
Calandrinia creethae,
Calandrinia cygnorum,
Calandrinia cylindrica,
Calandrinia depressa,
Calandrinia dielsii,
Calandrinia dipetala,
Calandrinia disperma,
Calandrinia eremaea,
Calandrinia filifolia,
Calandrinia galapagosa,
Calandrinia glaucopurpurea,
Calandrinia gracilis,
Calandrinia graminifolia,
Calandrinia granulifera,
Calandrinia heterophylla,
Calandrinia hirtella,
Calandrinia involucrata,
Calandrinia lancifolia,
Calandrinia lehmannii,
Calandrinia leucopogon,