Status:
valid
Authors:
Lavis
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 439. 1934.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000618811
Common Names
- Joubertii Conophytum
- Joubertii Livingstone Daisy
- Joubertii Livingstone-daisy
Synonyms
- Conophytum viride Tischer [unknown]
Description
Conophytum joubertii (also called 'Joubert'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 joubertii is used for ornamental purposes and for medicinal purposes such as treating fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Conophytum joubertii is yellow and star-shaped. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Conophytum joubertii 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 joubertii
Conophytum joubertii is native to the Richtersveld in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.
Conophytum joubertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Conophytum joubertii?
Conophytum joubertii
What type of plant is Conophytum joubertii?
Succulent
Where does Conophytum joubertii originate from?
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