Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
herreana
ID:
533583

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poelln.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 28: 30 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532915

Common Names

  • Anacampseros herreana
  • Herre's Anacampseros
  • Herre's Sticky-Caps

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Synonyms

  • Avonia herreana (Poelln.) G.D.Rowley [unknown]

Description

Anacampseros herreana (also called Herre's Rock-rose, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial with a low-growing, mat-forming habit. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky, sandy areas and dry grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anacampseros herreana is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anacampseros herreana is white with yellow or pink stripes, and has a bell-shaped form. Its seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anacampseros herreana is a succulent species that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It is best to take stem cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Anacampseros herreana

Anacampseros herreana can be found in South Africa.

Anacampseros herreana FAQ

What is the common name of Anacampseros herreana?

Herre's Anacampseros

What type of plant is Anacampseros herreana?

Succulent

What is the natural habitat of Anacampseros herreana?

Dry rocky slopes and outcrops

Species in the Anacampseros genus

Anacampseros vanthielii, Anacampseros hillii, Anacampseros affinis, Anacampseros albidiflora, Anacampseros albissima, Anacampseros alstonii, Anacampseros alta, Anacampseros arachnoides, Anacampseros bayeriana, Anacampseros comptonii, Anacampseros crinita, Anacampseros decipiens, Anacampseros densifolia, Anacampseros depauperata, Anacampseros dielsiana, Anacampseros dinteri, Anacampseros filamentosa, Anacampseros fissa, Anacampseros gracilis, Anacampseros herreana, Anacampseros karasmontana, Anacampseros kurtzii, Anacampseros lanceolata, Anacampseros lanigera, Anacampseros mallei, Anacampseros marlothii, Anacampseros meyeri, Anacampseros namaquensis, Anacampseros nebrownii, Anacampseros nitida, Anacampseros papyracea, Anacampseros paradoxa, Anacampseros parviflora, Anacampseros pisina, Anacampseros prominens, Anacampseros quinaria, Anacampseros recurvata, Anacampseros retusa, Anacampseros rhodesica, Anacampseros rubroviridis, Anacampseros rufescens, Anacampseros ruschii, Anacampseros schoenlandii, Anacampseros scopata, Anacampseros starkiana, Anacampseros subnuda, Anacampseros telephiastrum, Anacampseros tomentosa, Anacampseros truncata, Anacampseros ustulata,

Species in the Anacampserotaceae family

Anacampseros vanthielii, Anacampseros hillii, Anacampseros affinis, Anacampseros albidiflora, Anacampseros albissima, Anacampseros alstonii, Anacampseros alta, Anacampseros arachnoides, Anacampseros bayeriana, Anacampseros comptonii, Anacampseros crinita, Anacampseros decipiens, Anacampseros densifolia, Anacampseros depauperata, Anacampseros dielsiana, Anacampseros dinteri, Anacampseros filamentosa, Anacampseros fissa, Anacampseros gracilis, Anacampseros herreana, Anacampseros karasmontana, Anacampseros kurtzii, Anacampseros lanceolata, Anacampseros lanigera, Anacampseros mallei, Anacampseros marlothii, Anacampseros meyeri, Anacampseros namaquensis, Anacampseros nebrownii, Anacampseros nitida, Anacampseros papyracea, Anacampseros paradoxa, Anacampseros parviflora, Anacampseros pisina, Anacampseros prominens, Anacampseros quinaria, Anacampseros recurvata, Anacampseros retusa, Anacampseros rhodesica, Anacampseros rubroviridis, Anacampseros rufescens, Anacampseros ruschii, Anacampseros schoenlandii, Anacampseros scopata, Anacampseros starkiana, Anacampseros subnuda, Anacampseros telephiastrum, Anacampseros tomentosa, Anacampseros truncata, Anacampseros ustulata,

References