Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
maculatus
ID:
522033

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lem.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Jard. FIeur. 2(Misc.): 60 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521365

Common Names

  • Maculatus Adromischus
  • Spotted Crassula
  • Spotted Kalanchoe

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Synonyms

  • Adromischus mucronatus Lem. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon alternans Haw. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon maculata Salm-Dyck [unknown]

Description

Adromischus maculatus (also called 'Spotted 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 maculatus 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 maculatus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adromischus maculatus 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 maculatus

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

Adromischus maculatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adromischus maculatus?

Adromischus maculatus

What type of plant is Adromischus maculatus?

Succulent

Where is Adromischus maculatus found?

Southern 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,

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