Trichodiadema emarginatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
emarginatum
ID:
1295077
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 1: 151. 1928.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294415
Common Names
- Trichodiadema emarginatum
- Trichodiadema emarginata
- Trichodiadema emarginatum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trichodiadema emarginatum (also called Spiny Pincushion, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It has a cushion-like growth habit and is covered with spines. It typically grows in rocky, sandy soils in arid regions.
Uses & Benefits
Trichodiadema emarginatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in rockeries and as a border plant. It has a low water requirement and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trichodiadema emarginatum has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trichodiadema emarginatum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Trichodiadema emarginatum
Trichodiadema emarginatum can be found in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa
Trichodiadema emarginatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichodiadema emarginatum?
Trichodiadema emarginatum
What is the natural habitat of Trichodiadema emarginatum?
It is native to the Western Cape of South Africa.
What are the care requirements for Trichodiadema emarginatum?
It prefers well-draining soil and bright light, and should be watered regularly.
Species in the Trichodiadema genus
Trichodiadema occidentale, Trichodiadema rupicola, Trichodiadema attonsum, Trichodiadema aureum, Trichodiadema barbatum, Trichodiadema burgeri, Trichodiadema calvatum, Trichodiadema decorum, Trichodiadema densum, Trichodiadema emarginatum, Trichodiadema fergusoniae, Trichodiadema fourcadei, Trichodiadema gracile, Trichodiadema hallii, Trichodiadema hirsutum, Trichodiadema imitans, Trichodiadema intonsum, Trichodiadema marlothii, Trichodiadema mirabile, Trichodiadema obliquum, Trichodiadema olivaceum, Trichodiadema orientale, Trichodiadema peersii, Trichodiadema pomeridianum, Trichodiadema pygmaeum, Trichodiadema rogersiae, Trichodiadema ryderae, Trichodiadema setuliferum, Trichodiadema stayneri, Trichodiadema strumosum, Trichodiadema introrsum, Trichodiadema littlewoodii,
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-0001294415: Based on the initial data import