Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
spongiosa
ID:
355442

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) H.E.K.Hartmann

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Illustr. Handb. Succ. Pl. Aizoaceae F-Z: 69. 2001.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354774

Common Names

  • Jordaaniella spongiosa
  • Spongiosa Jordaaniella
  • Spongy Jordaaniella

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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum spongiosum L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Cephalophyllum spongiosum (L.Bolus) L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Jordaaniella spongiosa (also called Spongy Jordaaniella, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Jordaaniella spongiosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jordaaniella spongiosa has small, white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jordaaniella spongiosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Jordaaniella spongiosa

Jordaaniella spongiosa is native to South America and is found in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay.

Jordaaniella spongiosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jordaaniella spongiosa?

Jordaaniella spongiosa

What is the common name of Jordaaniella spongiosa?

Spongy Jordaaniella

What type of plant is Jordaaniella spongiosa?

Herb

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Heidrun Hartmann (1942-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.K.Hartmann' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000354774: Based on the initial data import