Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
bernalense
ID:
1323182

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kimnach & Moran) V.V.Byalt

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 43: 74 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335636

Common Names

  • Bernalense Graptopetalum
  • Bernalense Graptopetalum Plant
  • Bernalense Graptopetalum Succulent

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Description

Graptopetalum bernalense (also called Bernal's Graptopetalum, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial native to Mexico. It has a single stem and produces yellow or white flowers. It is found in rocky hillsides and cliffs at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m. It grows in well-drained soils in sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Graptopetalum bernalense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Graptopetalum bernalense has small, white flowers with yellow centers that are about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Graptopetalum bernalense is a fast-growing, evergreen succulent that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is hardy to USDA zone 9.

Where to Find Graptopetalum bernalense

Graptopetalum bernalense is found in Mexico.

Graptopetalum bernalense FAQ

What is the common name of Graptopetalum bernalense?

Bernal's Graptopetalum

What is the scientific name of Bernal's Graptopetalum?

Graptopetalum bernalense

What is the natural habitat of Graptopetalum bernalense?

It is found in dry forests in Mexico

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

Reid Venable Moran (1916-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moran' in the authors string.
Myron William Kimnach (1922-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kimnach' in the authors string.
Vyacheslav Vyacheslavovich Byalt (1966-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.V.Byalt' in the authors string.