Stomatium jamesii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 308. 1931.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294375
Common Names
- Stomatium Jamesii
- Jamesii Stomatium
- Stomatium Jamesii Succulent
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stomatium jamesii (also called 'James' 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 jamesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in rockeries. It is also used to stabilize slopes and to prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stomatium jamesii is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a thick, waxy coating.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stomatium jamesii is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial succulent that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist. To propagate by cuttings, take stem cuttings and allow them to dry for a few days before planting in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Stomatium jamesii
Stomatium jamesii can be found in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa
Stomatium jamesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stomatium jamesii?
Stomatium jamesii
What is the family of Stomatium jamesii?
Aizoaceae
What is the common name of Stomatium jamesii?
James' 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-0001294375: Based on the initial data import