Argyroderma octophyllum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
octophyllum
ID:
547874
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Haw.) Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
in Monatsschr. Deutsch. Kakteen-Ges. 1: 28. 1929.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000547206
Common Names
- Argyroderma octophyllum
- Eight-Leaf Argyroderma
- Octophyllum Argyroderma
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- Mesembryanthemum necopinum N.E.Br. [unknown]
- Mesembryanthemum octophyllum Haw. [unknown]
- Argyroderma kleijnhansii L.Bolus [unknown]
- Argyroderma necopinum (N.E.Br.) N.E.Br. [unknown]
Description
Argyroderma octophyllum (also called Octopus Plant, among many other common names) is a succulent plant with small, round, grey-green leaves. It is native to South Africa and grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Argyroderma octophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Argyroderma octophyllum is small and white in color. Its seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a tuft of white hairs at the base of the stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Argyroderma octophyllum is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring. Deadheading will help to keep the plant looking tidy.
Where to Find Argyroderma octophyllum
Argyroderma octophyllum is found in the Northern Cape and Western Cape provinces of South Africa.
Argyroderma octophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argyroderma octophyllum?
Argyroderma octophyllum
What is the common name of Argyroderma octophyllum?
Octophyllum Living Stone
What is the natural habitat of Argyroderma octophyllum?
Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands
Species in the Argyroderma genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haw.' in the authors string.
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000547206: Based on the initial data import