Status:
valid
Authors:
(Barnéoud) Carolin ex Hershk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 70: 215 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607149
Common Names
- Cistanthe longiscapa
- Longiscapa Cistanthe
- Long-scaped Rock Purslane
Synonyms
- Calandrinia longiscapa Barnéoud [unknown]
- Claytonia longiscapa (Barnéoud) Kuntze [unknown]
- Cistanthe longiscapa (Barnéoud) Carolin ex Hershkovitz [deprecated]
Description
Cistanthe longiscapa (also called Rock Purslane, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent plant native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It has thick, fleshy, gray-green leaves and produces small, bright pink flowers. It is found in rocky crevices, cliffs, and dry, sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Cistanthe longiscapa is an attractive ornamental plant with bright yellow flowers and glossy green foliage. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. It is often used as a ground cover or in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cistanthe longiscapa is a bright pink, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green hue.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cistanthe longiscapa 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 longiscapa
Cistanthe longiscapa can be found in California and Oregon.
Cistanthe longiscapa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cistanthe longiscapa?
Cistanthe longiscapa
What is the common name of Cistanthe longiscapa?
Long-stalked Rock Purslane
What is the natural habitat of Cistanthe longiscapa?
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,