Status:
valid
Authors:
(N.E.Br.) Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
in Z. Sukkulentenk. 2: 188. 1926.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294439
Common Names
- Trichodiadema setuliferum
- Trichodiadema setulifera
- Trichodiadema setuliferum
Uses & Benefits
Trichodiadema setuliferum 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 setuliferum has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichodiadema setuliferum 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 setuliferum
Trichodiadema setuliferum can be found in the Western Cape of South Africa.
Trichodiadema setuliferum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichodiadema setuliferum?
Trichodiadema setuliferum
What is the common name of Trichodiadema setuliferum?
Hairy Diadem
What type of plant is Trichodiadema setuliferum?
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