Status:
valid
Authors:
Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
in Gartenwelt 33: 69. 1929.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000618698
Common Names
- Cylindrical Conophytum
- Cylindrical-leaved Conophytum
- Cylindrical-leaf Conophytum
Synonyms
- Conophytum roodiae cylindratum (Schwantes) Smale [unknown]
Description
Conophytum cylindratum (also called Cylindrical 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 cylindratum is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and succulent gardens, and can be used as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Conophytum cylindratum is yellow and shaped like a star. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Conophytum cylindratum is a small, slow-growing succulent that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or offsets. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. It should be watered sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Conophytum cylindratum
Conophytum cylindratum is native to the Richtersveld in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.
Conophytum cylindratum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Conophytum cylindratum?
Conophytum cylindratum
What is the common name of Conophytum cylindratum?
Cylindrical Living Pebble
What is the natural habitat of Conophytum cylindratum?
It is native to 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