Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
edgari
ID:
522315

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.V.Heath

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Calyx 2: 58 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521647

Common Names

  • Edgari Aeonium
  • Edgari Tree Houseleek
  • Edgari Houseleek

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Description

Aeonium edgari (also called Edgars Aeonium, among many other common names) is a succulent native to the Canary Islands. It has small, white, star-shaped flowers and is found in rocky areas and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Aeonium edgari is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and as houseplants. It is also used in rock gardens and as a groundcover. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. It is also used in container gardens and as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeonium edgari has yellow flowers with a star-shaped form. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeonium edgari is a perennial succulent that is native to the Canary Islands. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate some flooding. It is a low maintenance plant and does not require much fertilization.

Where to Find Aeonium edgari

Aeonium edgari can be found in the Canary Islands.

Aeonium edgari FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeonium edgari?

Aeonium edgari

What type of plant is Aeonium edgari?

Succulent

What is the natural habitat of Aeonium edgari?

Rocky slopes in the Canary Islands

Species in the Aeonium genus

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, Aeonium cilifolium, Aeonium cuneatum, Aeonium davidbramwellii, Aeonium decorum, Aeonium diplocyclum, Aeonium dodrantale, Aeonium edgari, Aeonium glandulosum, Aeonium glutinosum, Aeonium gomerense, Aeonium goochiae, Aeonium gorgoneum, Aeonium haworthii, Aeonium hierrense, Aeonium holospathulatum, Aeonium isorense, Aeonium lancerottense, Aeonium lemsii, Aeonium leucoblepharum, Aeonium lidii, Aeonium lindleyi, Aeonium manriqueorum, Aeonium mascaense, Aeonium mixtum, Aeonium nobile, Aeonium nogalesii, Aeonium orbelindense, Aeonium palmense, Aeonium percarneum, Aeonium perezii, Aeonium praegeri, Aeonium pseudohawbicum,

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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