Stomatium beaufortense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 63. 1937.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294363
Common Names
- Stomatium beaufortense
- Beaufort Stomatium
- Beaufort Rock Fig
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stomatium beaufortense (also called 'Beaufort Stomatium', among many other common names) is a small succulent shrub with grey-green leaves that have a white powdery coating. It is native to South Africa and is usually found in rocky areas and dry grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Stomatium beaufortense is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Stomatium beaufortense are white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Stomatium beaufortense: This plant is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a warm, sheltered spot.
Where to Find Stomatium beaufortense
Stomatium beaufortense can be found in the Western Cape Province of South Africa.
Stomatium beaufortense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stomatium beaufortense?
Stomatium beaufortense
What is the family of Stomatium beaufortense?
Aizoaceae
What is the common name of Stomatium beaufortense?
Beaufort Stomatium
Species in the Stomatium genus
Stomatium acutifolium, Stomatium alboroseum, Stomatium angustifolium, Stomatium beaufortense, Stomatium braunsii, Stomatium bryantii, Stomatium deficiens, Stomatium difforme, Stomatium duthieae, Stomatium ermininum, Stomatium fulleri, Stomatium geoffreyi, Stomatium gerstneri, Stomatium grandidens, Stomatium integrum, Stomatium jamesii, Stomatium latifolium, Stomatium lesliei, Stomatium leve, Stomatium loganii, Stomatium meyeri, Stomatium middelburgense, Stomatium murinum, Stomatium mustelinum, Stomatium paucidens, Stomatium peersii, Stomatium pluridens, Stomatium resedolens, Stomatium ronaldii, Stomatium rouxii, Stomatium ryderae, Stomatium suaveolens, Stomatium suricatinum, Stomatium trifarium, Stomatium villetii, Stomatium viride, Stomatium agninum, Stomatium bolusiae,
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001294363: Based on the initial data import