Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
multangula
ID:
660771

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Forssk.) Chiov.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Ital. 1923: 114 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000660103

Common Names

  • Multangula Echidnopsis
  • Multangula Hen and Chicks
  • Multangula Hens and Chicks

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Description

Echidnopsis multangula (also called Multangula, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is a small, succulent, perennial herb with a rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky areas, in grasslands and in scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Echidnopsis multangula is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echidnopsis multangula has yellow flowers with a red throat. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echidnopsis multangula is a low-growing succulent that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It requires well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by cuttings or by dividing the offsets. Water regularly during the growing season and allow the soil to dry out between waterings. During the winter months, reduce watering to once a month.

Where to Find Echidnopsis multangula

Echidnopsis multangula is native to the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.

Echidnopsis multangula FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Echidnopsis multangula?

Echidnopsis multangula prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the ideal light level for Echidnopsis multangula?

Echidnopsis multangula prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Echidnopsis multangula be watered?

Echidnopsis multangula should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Echidnopsis genus

Echidnopsis uraiqatiana, Echidnopsis angustiloba, Echidnopsis archeri, Echidnopsis ballyi, Echidnopsis bavazzanoi, Echidnopsis bentii, Echidnopsis bihenduhensis, Echidnopsis cereiformis, Echidnopsis chrysantha, Echidnopsis ciliata, Echidnopsis dammanniana, Echidnopsis ericiflora, Echidnopsis globosa, Echidnopsis inconspicua, Echidnopsis insularis, Echidnopsis leachii, Echidnopsis malum, Echidnopsis mijerteina, Echidnopsis milleri, Echidnopsis montana, Echidnopsis multangula, Echidnopsis planiflora, Echidnopsis radians, Echidnopsis repens, Echidnopsis rubrolutea, Echidnopsis scutellata, Echidnopsis seibanica, Echidnopsis sharpei, Echidnopsis socotrana, Echidnopsis squamulata, Echidnopsis urceolata, Echidnopsis virchowii, Echidnopsis watsonii, Echidnopsis yemenensis, Echidnopsis bihendulensis, Echidnopsis kohaitoensis, Echidnopsis thulinii,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2781484: Based on the initial data import
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.
Peter Forsskål (1732-1763): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forssk.' in the authors string.