Status:
valid
Authors:
(Phil.) Peralta & D.I.Ford
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 45: 240 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508810
Common Names
- Cistanthe laxiflora
- Laxiflora Cistanthe
- Laxiflora
Synonyms
- Calandrinia laxiflora Phil. [unknown]
- Cistanthe laxiflora (Phil.) D.I.Ford [deprecated]
Description
Cistanthe laxiflora (also called Loose-Flowered Rock Purslane, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Chile. It is a low-growing, succulent plant growing up to 10 centimeters tall, with small, fleshy leaves. It prefers dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cistanthe laxiflora is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive ailments, skin diseases, and fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cistanthe laxiflora has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cistanthe laxiflora can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Cistanthe laxiflora
Cistanthe laxiflora is native to Chile.
Cistanthe laxiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cistanthe laxiflora?
Cistanthe laxiflora
What is the common name of Cistanthe laxiflora?
Laxiflora
What is the natural habitat of Cistanthe laxiflora?
Tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests
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,
References
Donna I. Ford: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.I.Ford' in the authors string.