Octopoma octojuge - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.Bolus) N.E.Br.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 87: . 1930.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293681
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Octopoma octojuge (also called Eight-jointed Octopoma, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It is a small, densely branched shrub with fleshy, grey-green leaves. It grows in rocky outcrops in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.
Uses & Benefits
Octopoma octojuge is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Octopoma octojuge has yellow flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and round with a white center.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Octopoma octojuge 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 Octopoma octojuge
Octopoma octojuge can be found in South Africa.
Octopoma octojuge FAQ
What is the scientific name of Octopoma octojuge?
Octopoma octojuge
What is the common name of Octopoma octojuge?
Octojuge Octopoma
Where is Octopoma octojuge native to?
South Africa
Species in the Octopoma genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Caryophyllales.org record for Octopoma octojuge (L.Bolus) N.E.Br.: Placement is base on the the 22 Nov 2022 import.