Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
santamariensis
ID:
1331582

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Moura, Carine & M.Seq.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 234: 45 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344036

Common Names

  • Aichryson
  • Santamariensis
  • Santamarian

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Description

Aichryson santamariensis (also called Santa Maria aichryson, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the stonecrop family, native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen shrub, growing to 1 m tall, with long, narrow, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Aichryson santamariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aichryson santamariensis is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aichryson santamariensis is propagated by seeds or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require plenty of light and warmth for successful propagation.

Where to Find Aichryson santamariensis

Aichryson santamariensis is found in the Canary Islands.

Aichryson santamariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aichryson santamariensis?

Aichryson santamariensis

What type of plant is Aichryson santamariensis?

It is a succulent

Where is Aichryson santamariensis found?

It is found in the Canary Islands

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

Mark A. Carine: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carine' in the authors string.
Miguel Pinto da Silva Menezes de Sequeira (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Seq.' in the authors string.
Mónica Moura: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Moura' in the authors string.