Status:
valid
Authors:
Hutchison
Source:
cmp
Year:
1959
Citation Micro:
Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 31: 80 (1959)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521364
Common Names
- Liebenbergii Adromischus
- Liebenberg's Crassula
- Liebenberg's Kalanchoe
Description
Adromischus liebenbergii (also called 'Liebenberg's Crinkle-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 liebenbergii 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Adromischus liebenbergii sub. orientalis van Jaarsv.
Adromischus liebenbergii sub. liebenbergii
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adromischus liebenbergii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adromischus liebenbergii 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 liebenbergii
Adromischus liebenbergii is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Adromischus liebenbergii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adromischus liebenbergii?
Adromischus liebenbergii
What type of plant is Adromischus liebenbergii?
Succulent
Where is Adromischus liebenbergii 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,