Oscularia paardebergensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.Bolus) H.E.K.Hartmann
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 16: 78. 1998.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385205
Common Names
- Paardebergensis Oscularia
- Paardebergensis Spurge
- Paardebergensis Milkweed
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- Mesembryanthemum paardebergense L.Bolus [unknown]
- Lampranthus paardebergensis (L.Bolus) L.Bolus [unknown]
Description
Oscularia paardebergensis (also called Paardeberg Oscularia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a creeping habit with small, oval-shaped leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Oscularia paardebergensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases and as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oscularia paardebergensis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Oscularia paardebergensis is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and kept dry in the winter. It can be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process. It can also be propagated from stem cuttings, which should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Oscularia paardebergensis
Oscularia paardebergensis is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and Northern Cape.
Oscularia paardebergensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oscularia paardebergensis?
Oscularia paardebergensis
What is the common name of Oscularia paardebergensis?
Paardeberg Oscularia
What is the habitat of Oscularia paardebergensis?
Dry grasslands and scrub
Species in the Oscularia genus
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-0000385205: Based on the initial data import