Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
auriflorum
ID:
619287

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tischer

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
in Z. Sukkulentenk. 3: 122. 1927.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000618619

Common Names

  • Golden-flowered Conophytum
  • Golden Conophytum
  • Golden-flower Conophytum

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Description

Conophytum auriflorum (also called Golden-Flowered Conophytum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Aizoaceae. It is a succulent plant, typically growing to a height of 1–2 cm. It is native to arid regions of southern Africa. It typically grows in rocky habitats, in sandy soils, and in other dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Conophytum auriflorum is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and succulent gardens, and can be used as a houseplant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Conophytum auriflorum sub. turbiniforme (Rawé) S.A.Hammer
Conophytum auriflorum sub. auriflorum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Conophytum auriflorum has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered together at the end of the branches. The flowers are followed by small, round, green seed capsules that turn brown when ripe. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Conophytum auriflorum is a succulent plant. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the stem or by seed.

Where to Find Conophytum auriflorum

Conophytum auriflorum is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Conophytum auriflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Conophytum auriflorum?

Conophytum auriflorum

What is the common name of Conophytum auriflorum?

Golden-flowered Conophytum

What is the natural habitat of Conophytum auriflorum?

Tropical and subtropical deserts of South Africa

Species in the Conophytum genus

Conophytum achabense, Conophytum acutum, Conophytum albiflorum, Conophytum angelicae, Conophytum armianum, Conophytum auriflorum, Conophytum bachelorum, Conophytum bicarinatum, Conophytum bilobum, Conophytum blandum, Conophytum bolusiae, Conophytum breve, Conophytum brunneum, Conophytum bruynsii, Conophytum burgeri, Conophytum buysianum, Conophytum calculus, Conophytum caroli, Conophytum carpianum, Conophytum chauviniae, Conophytum chrisocruxum, Conophytum chrisolum, Conophytum comptonii, Conophytum concavum, Conophytum concordans, Conophytum cubicum, Conophytum cupreiflorum, Conophytum cylindratum, Conophytum depressum, Conophytum devium, Conophytum ectypum, Conophytum ernstii, Conophytum fibuliforme, Conophytum ficiforme, Conophytum flavum, Conophytum fraternum, Conophytum friedrichiae, Conophytum frutescens, Conophytum fulleri, Conophytum globosum, Conophytum halenbergense, Conophytum hammeri, Conophytum hanae, Conophytum herreanthus, Conophytum hians, Conophytum irmae, Conophytum jarmilae, Conophytum joubertii, Conophytum jucundum, Conophytum khamiesbergense,

Species in the Aizoaceae family