Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
gemmiflora
ID:
1101644

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Masson) Haw.

Source:
tro

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. Succ. : 34 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001100982

Common Names

  • Tridentea gemmiflora
  • Gem-Flower Tridentea
  • Gem-Flower Star-Flower

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Description

Tridentea gemmiflora (also called Gem-flowered Tridentea, among many other common names) is an annual succulent plant native to South America. It has a prostrate growth habit and its stems are covered with hairs. It grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tridentea gemmiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tridentea gemmiflora has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tridentea gemmiflora is a succulent plant that is native to South Africa. It is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 20 cm in height. It has thick, fleshy leaves that are arranged in a rosette pattern. It produces yellow flowers in summer. It is best grown in well-draining soil in a sunny location. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Tridentea gemmiflora

Tridentea gemmiflora can be found in South Africa.

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 tro-2600064: Based on the initial data import
Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haw.' in the authors string.
Francis Masson (1741-1805): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Masson' in the authors string.