Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
parlatorei
ID:
525245

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolle

Source:
cmp

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 7: 244 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524577

Common Names

  • Parlatore's Aichryson
  • Aichryson
  • Parlatore's Ice Plant

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Synonyms

  • Sempervivum parlatorei Christ [unknown]

Description

Aichryson parlatorei (also called Parlatore's 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 parlatorei is a popular ornamental plant, used in rock gardens, borders, and containers. It is also used in erosion control and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aichryson parlatorei 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 parlatorei

Aichryson parlatorei is native to tropical and subtropical forests in the Canary Islands.

Aichryson parlatorei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aichryson parlatorei?

Aichryson parlatorei

What is the natural habitat of Aichryson parlatorei?

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

What is the flower color of Aichryson parlatorei?

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,

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