Status:
valid
Authors:
Lavranos
Source:
ksu
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 39: 3 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402288
Common Names
- Large-lobed Rhytidocaulon
- Rhytidocaulon macrolobum
- Rhytidocaulon macrolobum var. macrolobum
Description
Rhytidocaulon macrolobum (also called Large-lobed rhytidocaulon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Aizoaceae. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rhytidocaulon macrolobum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Rhytidocaulon macrolobum sub. minimum Meve & Collen.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhytidocaulon macrolobum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have short, thick stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhytidocaulon macrolobum can be propagated by division or cuttings. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix with some organic matter and kept in a warm, humid environment. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Rhytidocaulon macrolobum
Rhytidocaulon macrolobum is native to Ethiopia. It can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Rhytidocaulon macrolobum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhytidocaulon macrolobum?
Rhytidocaulon macrolobum
What is the common name of Rhytidocaulon macrolobum?
Macrolobum Rhytidocaulon
What is the natural habitat of Rhytidocaulon macrolobum?
Woodland and grassland
Species in the Rhytidocaulon genus
Rhytidocaulon specksii,
Rhytidocaulon sheilae,
Rhytidocaulon splendidum,
Rhytidocaulon baricum,
Rhytidocaulon ciliatum,
Rhytidocaulon fulleri,
Rhytidocaulon macrolobum,
Rhytidocaulon mccoyi,
Rhytidocaulon arachnoideum,
Rhytidocaulon pseudosubscandens,
Rhytidocaulon paradoxum,
Rhytidocaulon subscandens,
Rhytidocaulon piliferum,
Rhytidocaulon richardianum,
Rhytidocaulon tortum,
Rhytidocaulon elegantissimum,
Rhytidocaulon molamatarense,
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,