Cotyledon gloeophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gloeophylla
ID:
1331845
Status:
valid
Authors:
van Jaarsv.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Bradleya 33: 183 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344299
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Cotyledon gloeophylla (also called 'Glossy Cotyledon', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Crassulaceae family. It is native to South Africa, and is found in forests and thickets at elevations of 500-1,500 meters. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall, with leathery, glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cotyledon gloeophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cotyledon gloeophylla is white, with a yellow center and a pleasant fragrance. The seed is small and round, with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are small and have a dark green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cotyledon gloeophylla is a succulent that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Cotyledon gloeophylla
Cotyledon gloeophylla is found in the tropical rainforest of South Africa.
Cotyledon gloeophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cotyledon gloeophylla?
Cotyledon gloeophylla
What is the common name of Cotyledon gloeophylla?
Cotyledon gloeophylla
What is the family of Cotyledon gloeophylla?
Crassulaceae
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,
References
Ernst Jacobus van Jaarsveld (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van Jaarsv.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77151378-1: Based on the initial data import