Conophytum buysianum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
buysianum
ID:
619318
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.R.Mitch. & S.A.Hammer
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Aloë 25: 34. 1988.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000618650
Common Names
- Buys Conophytum
- Buys-leaved Conophytum
- Buys-leaf Conophytum
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- Conophytum reconditum buysianum (A.R.Mitch. & S.A.Hammer) S.A.Hammer [unknown]
Description
Conophytum buysianum (also called Buys' Living Pebble, among many other common names) is a small succulent plant with two lobes, native to the Namaqualand region of South Africa. It typically grows in sandy soils in rocky areas, and is drought-tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Conophytum buysianum is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and succulent gardens, and can be used as a houseplant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Conophytum buysianum sub. buysianumConophytum buysianum sub. politum A.J.Young & Rodgerson
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Conophytum buysianum is yellow and shaped like a star. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Conophytum buysianum is an evergreen succulent that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Conophytum buysianum
Conophytum buysianum is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Conophytum buysianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Conophytum buysianum?
Conophytum buysianum
What is the growth habit of Conophytum buysianum?
It is a small, succulent, perennial, stemless plant.
What is the flowering period of Conophytum buysianum?
It flowers in late summer to early autumn.
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
References
Steven Allen Hammer (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Hammer' in the authors string.
Anthony R. Mitchell (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Mitch.' in the authors string.
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