Status:
valid
Authors:
Bramwell
Source:
cmp
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Natl. Cact. Succ. J. 28(1): 5. 1973
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521698
Common Names
- Aeonium rowleyi
- Rowley's Aeonium
- Rowley's Houseleek
Description
Aeonium rowleyi (also called Rowleyi Aeonium, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant with rosettes of spoon-shaped leaves. It is native to the Canary Islands and is usually found in rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Aeonium rowleyi is a succulent plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create bonsai trees and can be used to create unique topiary shapes. It is also known for its drought tolerance and can be used in xeriscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aeonium rowleyi has yellow flowers, dark brown seeds and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aeonium rowleyi is a succulent native to the Canary Islands. It is an upright, branching succulent with rosettes of spoon-shaped leaves. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings and offsets. To propagate, take a cutting of a stem with several leaves and allow it to dry out for a few days. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and keep it in a warm, sunny spot. Water the cutting lightly and keep the soil slightly moist. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Aeonium rowleyi
Aeonium rowleyi can be found in the Canary Islands.
Aeonium rowleyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeonium rowleyi?
Aeonium rowleyi
What is the family of Aeonium rowleyi?
Crassulaceae
What is the distribution of Aeonium rowleyi?
Madeira
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,