Cotyledon petiolaris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petiolaris
ID:
1408601
Status:
valid
Authors:
Van Jaarsv.
Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Bradleya 33: 24. 2015 [20 Oct 2015]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421065
Common Names
- Petiolar Cotyledon
- Petiolar Leaf
- Petiolar Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cotyledon petiolaris (also called Petiolar cotyledon, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa, and can be found in the Western Cape Province. It prefers dry soils and is found in rocky outcrops and dry scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Cotyledon petiolaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as an erosion control plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cotyledon petiolaris is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and light green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cotyledon petiolaris is a succulent that can be propagated by stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water sparingly and fertilize lightly.
Where to Find Cotyledon petiolaris
Cotyledon petiolaris is native to South Africa and can be found in the Fynbos biome.
Cotyledon petiolaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cotyledon petiolaris?
Cotyledon petiolaris
What is the natural habitat of Cotyledon petiolaris?
Rocky slopes in the western Cape of South Africa
What type of plant is Cotyledon petiolaris?
A succulent shrub
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.