Status:
valid
Authors:
Uitewaal
Source:
cmp
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Natl. Cact. Succ. J. 9: 58 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521362
Common Names
- Leucophyllus Adromischus
- White-leaf Crassula
- White-leaf Kalanchoe
Description
Adromischus leucophyllus (also called 'Silver-Leaf Plant', among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It has thick, fleshy, gray-green leaves with wavy margins and small white flowers. It is found in rocky hillsides and dry grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Adromischus leucophyllus is an ornamental plant used in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a groundcover and in rock gardens. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and is drought-tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adromischus leucophyllus has small white flowers with four petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adromischus leucophyllus 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 leucophyllus
Adromischus leucophyllus is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Adromischus leucophyllus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adromischus leucophyllus?
Adromischus leucophyllus
What type of plant is Adromischus leucophyllus?
Succulent
Where is Adromischus leucophyllus found?
Southern Africa
Species in the Adromischus genus
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,
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,