Anacampseros prominens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prominens
ID:
533639
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Will.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Aloë 34: 45 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532971
Common Names
- Anacampseros prominens
- Prominent Anacampseros
- Prominent Sticky-Caps
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- Avonia prominens (G.Will.) G.Will. [unknown]
Description
Anacampseros prominens (also called Prominent Anacampseros, among many other common names) is a succulent with a rosette-forming habit and fleshy, triangular leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky outcrops and dry grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Anacampseros prominens is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and succulent gardens. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anacampseros prominens has small, yellow flowers, and its seed capsules contain small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anacampseros prominens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy shoots and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of bright light.
Where to Find Anacampseros prominens
Anacampseros prominens can be found in the wild in South Africa.
Anacampseros prominens FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Anacampseros prominens?
Anacampseros prominens is found in dry, rocky areas of South Africa.
What is the typical size of Anacampseros prominens?
Anacampseros prominens typically grows to be about 5-10 cm in height.
What is the typical lifespan of Anacampseros prominens?
Anacampseros prominens typically lives for about 5-7 years.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2635817: Based on the initial data import
Graham Williamson (1932-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Will.' in the authors string.