Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
grande
ID:
1294305

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 86: 227. 1929.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293643

Common Names

  • Mitrophyllum Grande
  • Grande Mitrophyllum
  • Mitrophyllum Succulent

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Description

Mitrophyllum grande (also called 'Large Mitrophyllum' and 'Large Vygie', among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It has small, round, grey-green leaves with a white margin. It is found in rocky outcrops and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Mitrophyllum grande 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 grande is yellow with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mitrophyllum grande is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It is best grown in well-draining soil and in a sunny location. It can be propagated through stem cuttings or division of the plant. Water sparingly and fertilize during the growing season.

Where to Find Mitrophyllum grande

Mitrophyllum grande can be found in South Africa.

Mitrophyllum grande FAQ

What are the common names of Mitrophyllum grande?

Grand Mitrophyllum

What is the growth habit of Mitrophyllum grande?

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 grande?

The flowers are white to pale pink with yellow centers.

Species in the Aizoaceae family