Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rose) Fedde
Source:
tro
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahresber. (Just) 31, pt. 1: 825. 1904
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001243331
Common Names
- Cotyledon elongata
- Elongated Cotyledon
- Cotyledon Elongata
Description
Cotyledon elongata (also called 'Elongate Cotyledon', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Central America. It has a single stem and its leaves are alternate. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cotyledon elongata is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in a variety of soil types.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cotyledon elongata has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow, bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cotyledon elongata is a succulent that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is usually done through cuttings, which should be planted in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The cuttings should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until they take root. Once established, the plant is low maintenance and requires only occasional watering.
Where to Find Cotyledon elongata
Cotyledon elongata can be found in South Africa.
Cotyledon elongata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cotyledon elongata?
Cotyledon elongata
What is the common name of Cotyledon elongata?
Elongated cotyledon
What is the natural habitat of Cotyledon elongata?
Grasslands and shrublands
Species in the Cotyledon genus
Cotyledon adscendens,
Cotyledon barbeyi,
Cotyledon campanulata,
Cotyledon cuneata,
Cotyledon eliseae,
Cotyledon orbiculata,
Cotyledon papillaris,
Cotyledon pendens,
Cotyledon tomentosa,
Cotyledon velutina,
Cotyledon woodii,
Cotyledon elongata,
Cotyledon adscendens,
Cotyledon gloeophylla,
Cotyledon egglii,
Cotyledon xanthantha,
Cotyledon petiolaris,
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,