Status:
valid
Authors:
Rebmann & Malkm.-Huss.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Cact. Succ. 5: 36 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337734
Common Names
- Aeonium escobarii
- Escobar's Aeonium
- Escobar's Houseleek
Description
Aeonium escobarii (also called Escobar's Aeonium, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Canary Islands. It grows in dry and moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Aeonium escobarii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aeonium escobarii has yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aeonium escobarii is a perennial, evergreen succulent that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Canary Islands. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or division.
Where to Find Aeonium escobarii
Aeonium escobarii is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in the mountainous regions.
Aeonium escobarii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeonium escobarii?
Aeonium escobarii
What is the common name of Aeonium escobarii?
Escobar's Aeonium
What is the natural habitat of Aeonium escobarii?
It is native to 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,
References
B. Malkmus-Hussein: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malkm.-Huss.' in the authors string.