Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
attenuata
ID:
658317

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson) Moran

Source:
cmp

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Desert Pl. Life 14: 191 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000657649

Common Names

  • Attenuated Liveforever
  • Coastal Liveforever
  • Slender Liveforever

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Synonyms

  • Cotyledon attenuata S.Watson [unknown]
  • Cotyledon edulis attenuata (S.Watson) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Dudleya attenuata orcuttii (Rose) Moran [unknown]
  • Dudleya attenuata typica Moran [unknown]
  • Echeveria edulis attenuata (S.Watson) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Echeveria orcuttii A.Berger [unknown]
  • Echeveria palensis A.Berger [unknown]
  • Stylophyllum parishii Britton [unknown]
  • Stylophyllum orcuttii Rose [unknown]
  • Stylophyllum attenuatum Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Cotyledon parishii Fedde [unknown]
  • Cotyledon orcuttii Fedde [unknown]

Description

Dudleya attenuata (also called Slender Dudleya, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial herb, up to 40 cm tall. It is native to California and is found in coastal scrub and chaparral habitats. It has thick, fleshy leaves, and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dudleya attenuata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dudleya attenuata sub. australis Moran

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dudleya attenuata is small and white, with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dudleya attenuata is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Dudleya attenuata

Dudleya attenuata is native to California.

Dudleya attenuata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dudleya attenuata?

Dudleya attenuata

What is the family of Dudleya attenuata?

Crassulaceae

What is the common name of Dudleya attenuata?

Slender Liveforever

Species in the Dudleya genus

Dudleya abramsii, Dudleya acuminata, Dudleya albiflora, Dudleya anomala, Dudleya anthonyi, Dudleya arizonica, Dudleya attenuata, Dudleya blochmanae, Dudleya brevifolia, Dudleya brittonii, Dudleya caespitosa, Dudleya campanulata, Dudleya candelabrum, Dudleya candida, Dudleya cultrata, Dudleya cymosa, Dudleya densiflora, Dudleya edulis, Dudleya farinosa, Dudleya formosa, Dudleya gatesii, Dudleya gnoma, Dudleya greenei, Dudleya guadalupensis, Dudleya ingens, Dudleya lanceolata, Dudleya linearis, Dudleya multicaulis, Dudleya nesiotica, Dudleya nubigena, Dudleya pachyphytum, Dudleya palmeri, Dudleya parva, Dudleya pauciflora, Dudleya pulverulenta, Dudleya rigidiflora, Dudleya rubens, Dudleya saxosa, Dudleya semiteres, Dudleya stolonifera, Dudleya traskae, Dudleya variegata, Dudleya verityi, Dudleya virens, Dudleya viscida, Dudleya albida, Dudleya orcuttii, Dudleya crassifolia, Dudleya hendrixii,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2778907: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
Reid Venable Moran (1916-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moran' in the authors string.