Status:
valid
Authors:
(N.E.Br.) Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
in Z. Sukkulentenk. 2: 182. 1926.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293641
Common Names
- Mitrophyllum Dissitum
- Dissitum Mitrophyllum
- Mitrophyllum Succulent
Description
Mitrophyllum dissitum (also called Mitrophyllum dissitum, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers that grows in sandy soils in the winter rainfall region of South Africa. It is found in grassland, scrubland and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Mitrophyllum dissitum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mitrophyllum dissitum is yellow with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mitrophyllum dissitum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water the plant regularly during the growing season and fertilize once a month.
Where to Find Mitrophyllum dissitum
Mitrophyllum dissitum can be found in South Africa.
Mitrophyllum dissitum FAQ
What are the common names of Mitrophyllum dissitum?
Distant Mitrophyllum
What is the growth habit of Mitrophyllum dissitum?
It is a low-growing, mat-forming succulent with stems that spread outwards and root along the ground.
What is the flower color of Mitrophyllum dissitum?
The flowers are white to pale pink with yellow centers.
Species in the Mitrophyllum genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family