Trichodiadema peersii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peersii
ID:
1295094
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 42. 1929.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294432
Common Names
- Trichodiadema peersii
- Trichodiadema peersi
- Trichodiadema peersii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trichodiadema peersii (also called Peers' Diadem, among many other common names) is a small succulent plant with a rosette of fleshy, cylindrical leaves that are densely covered in white hairs. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky, arid habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Trichodiadema peersii 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 peersii has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trichodiadema peersii is a low-growing, succulent, perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny spot. Water moderately and fertilize regularly for best results.
Where to Find Trichodiadema peersii
Trichodiadema peersii can be found in the Western Cape of South Africa.
Trichodiadema peersii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichodiadema peersii?
Trichodiadema peersii
What is the common name of Trichodiadema peersii?
Peers' Diadem
What type of plant is Trichodiadema peersii?
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-0001294432: Based on the initial data import