Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
marianae
ID:
522037

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Berger

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 18a: 416 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521369

Common Names

  • Marianae Adromischus
  • Marian's Crassula
  • Marian's Kalanchoe

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Synonyms

  • Adromischus marianae multicolor Pilbeam [unknown]
  • Cotyledon marianae Marloth [unknown]

Description

Adromischus marianae (also called 'Mariana'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 marianae 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 marianae var. hallii (Hutchison) Toelken
Adromischus marianae var. immaculatus Uitewaal
Adromischus marianae var. kubusensis (Uitewaal) Toelken
Adromischus marianiae var. marianiae

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adromischus marianae 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 marianae is a perennial succulent that grows in sunny, well-drained soils. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division should be done in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Adromischus marianae

Adromischus marianae is native to South Africa and can be found in rocky outcrops and dry grasslands.

Adromischus marianae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adromischus marianae?

Adromischus marianae

What type of plant is Adromischus marianae?

Succulent

Where is Adromischus marianae 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2623293: Based on the initial data import
Alwin Berger (1871-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Berger' in the authors string.