Trichodiadema marlothii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
marlothii
ID:
1295087
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 1: 150. 1928.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294425
Common Names
- Trichodiadema marlothii
- Trichodiadema marlothi
- Trichodiadema marlothii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trichodiadema marlothii (also called 'Fairy Crassula', 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
Trichodiadema marlothii is a succulent plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trichodiadema marlothii 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 marlothii 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 Trichodiadema marlothii
Trichodiadema marlothii can be found in the Western Cape of South Africa.
Trichodiadema marlothii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichodiadema marlothii?
Trichodiadema marlothii
What is the common name of Trichodiadema marlothii?
Marloth's Diadem
What type of plant is Trichodiadema marlothii?
A succulent
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-0001294425: Based on the initial data import