Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
virens
ID:
658430

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rose) Moran

Source:
cmp

Year:
1943

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000657762

Common Names

  • Dudleya virens
  • Green Liveforever
  • Green Dudleya

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Synonyms

  • Echeveria albida A.Berger [unknown]
  • Echeveria virens A.Berger [unknown]
  • Stylophyllum virens Rose [unknown]
  • Stylophyllum albidum Rose [unknown]
  • Cotyledon virens Fedde [unknown]
  • Cotyledon albida Fedde [unknown]
  • Cotyledon insularis Fedde [unknown]
  • Cotyledon hassei Fedde [unknown]

Description

Dudleya virens (also called Green Liveforever, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant native to the coastal regions of California and Baja California. It is found in coastal scrub, chaparral, and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dudleya virens is a succulent plant that is often used as an ornamental addition to gardens and outdoor spaces. It is also known for its drought tolerance and can be used as a ground cover in areas with low rainfall.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dudleya virens sub. hassei (Rose) Moran
Dudleya virens sub. insularis (Rose) Moran
Dudleya virens sub. extima Moran

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dudleya virens has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dudleya virens is a succulent perennial herb that can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Dudleya virens

Dudleya virens is native to California, USA. It can be found in coastal scrub and chaparral habitats.

Dudleya virens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dudleya virens?

Dudleya virens

What is the common name of Dudleya virens?

Vigorous dudleya

What is the natural habitat of Dudleya virens?

Coastal bluffs and rocky outcroppings in the western United States

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-2779014: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Reid Venable Moran (1916-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moran' in the authors string.