Status:
valid
Authors:
(Werderm.) Niederle
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Skalnickáruv rok 73: 18 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344640
Common Names
- Chaloupkaea serpentinica
- Serpentine Stonecrop
- Serpentine Wall-Rocket
Description
Chaloupkaea serpentinica (also called 'Serpentine Chaloupkaea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and white flowers, native to India. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Chaloupkaea serpentinica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and abdominal pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chaloupkaea serpentinica has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chaloupkaea serpentinica can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will benefit from regular watering during the summer months. It may need protection from frost in colder climates.
Where to Find Chaloupkaea serpentinica
Chaloupkaea serpentinica is native to the Mediterranean, where it can be found in moist meadows and grassy slopes at elevations of 1,000-2,000 m.
Chaloupkaea serpentinica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chaloupkaea serpentinica?
Chaloupkaea serpentinica
What is the common name of Chaloupkaea serpentinica?
Serpentine Chaloupkaea
What is the natural habitat of Chaloupkaea serpentinica?
Woodlands and scrublands
Species in the Chaloupkaea genus
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
Josef Niederle: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Niederle' in the authors string.