Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
dichotomum
ID:
525226

Status:
valid

Authors:
Webb & Berthel.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Iles Canaries 3(2; 1): 181 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524558

Common Names

  • Dichotomous Aichryson
  • Aichryson
  • Dichotomous Ice Plant

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Synonyms

  • Sedum dichotomum Raym.-Hamet [unknown]
  • Sempervivum annuum C.Sm. ex Link [unknown]
  • Sempervivum dichotomum DC. [unknown]

Description

Aichryson dichotomum (also called Dichotomous Aichryson, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Crassulaceae family. It is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall, with a trunk up to 30 cm in diameter. It is native to the Canary Islands and is found in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aichryson dichotomum is an evergreen shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and is drought tolerant. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and embankments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aichryson dichotomum has yellow flowers that are bell-shaped. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aichryson dichotomum is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to the Canary Islands and is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Aichryson dichotomum

Aichryson dichotomum can be found in tropical forests in Central and South America.

Aichryson dichotomum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aichryson dichotomum?

Aichryson dichotomum

What is the natural habitat of Aichryson dichotomum?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

What is the flower color of Aichryson dichotomum?

The flowers are white with yellow centers

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

Philip Barker Webb (1793-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Webb' in the authors string.
Sabin Berthelot (1794-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Berthel.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:272285-1: Based on the initial data import