Status:
valid
Authors:
Pavelka
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
in Kaktusy (Brno) 35(Special 1): 27. 1999.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000618786
Common Names
- Hanae Conophytum
- Hanae Livingstone Daisy
- Hanae Livingstone-daisy
Synonyms
- Conophytum tomasi Halda [illegitimate]
Description
Conophytum hanae (also called 'Hana's Living Pebbles', among many other common names) is a small, succulent plant with two fused leaves that form a single body. It is native to the Northern Cape Province of South Africa and is found in rocky, dry areas. It is an ideal plant for rock gardens and containers.
Uses & Benefits
Conophytum hanae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Conophytum hanae is yellow and star-shaped. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Conophytum hanae 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 hanae
Conophytum hanae is native to the Richtersveld in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.
Conophytum hanae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Conophytum hanae?
Conophytum hanae
What is the common name of Conophytum hanae?
Hana's Living Pebble
What is the natural habitat of Conophytum hanae?
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