Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
alstonii
ID:
521988

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schönl. & Baker f.) C.A.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 3: 638 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521320

Common Names

  • Adromischus Alstonii
  • Alston's Adromischus
  • Crinkle-leaf Plant

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Synonyms

  • Adromischus pulchellus Hutchison [unknown]
  • Adromischus subrubellus Poelln. [unknown]
  • Adromischus triebneri Poelln. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon alstonii Schönland & Baker f. [unknown]

Description

Adromischus alstonii (also called Alston's Adromischus, among many other common names) is a succulent plant that grows up to 15 cm in height. It is native to South Africa and is commonly found in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Adromischus alstonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering season and is known for its bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adromischus alstonii has small white flowers with four petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adromischus alstonii is a perennial succulent that can be propagated by stem cuttings or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered spot in the garden, as it is susceptible to wind damage.

Where to Find Adromischus alstonii

Adromischus alstonii is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Adromischus alstonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adromischus alstonii?

Adromischus alstonii

What is the common name of Adromischus alstonii?

Alston's crinkle-leaf

What is the native range of Adromischus alstonii?

South Africa

Species in the Adromischus genus

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2623242: Based on the initial data import
Christo Albertyn Smith (1898-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Sm.' in the authors string.
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.