Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
parviflora
ID:
1422518

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.C.Manning & Goldblatt

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Strelitzia 29: 791. 2012.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001434983

Common Names

  • Acrosanthes parviflora
  • Parviflora Acrosanthes
  • Small-Flowered Cactus

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Description

Acrosanthes parviflora (also called Small-flowered Acrosanthes, among many other common names) is a low-growing, mat-forming, succulent perennial with small, fleshy, grey-green leaves. It is native to South Africa and grows in dry, sandy soils in full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Acrosanthes parviflora has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acrosanthes parviflora has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Where to Find Acrosanthes parviflora

Acrosanthes parviflora is native to South Africa.

Acrosanthes parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acrosanthes parviflora?

Acrosanthes parviflora

What is the common name of Acrosanthes parviflora?

Small-flowered Stonecrop

What is the natural habitat of Acrosanthes parviflora?

Rocky slopes and outcrops

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001434983: Based on the initial data import