Kungia schoenlandii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schoenlandii
ID:
1261743
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Raym.-Hamet) K.T.Fu
Source:
tro
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
J. NorthW. Teacher's Coll. (Nat. Sci.) 1988(1): 5 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001261081
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Kungia schoenlandii (also called Schoenland's Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It has thick, fleshy leaves and stems that form a low-growing mat. It grows in rocky areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Kungia schoenlandii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Kungia schoenlandii var. stenostachya (Fröd.) K.T.FuFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Kungia schoenlandii is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Kungia schoenlandii is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix in late spring or early summer. The plant prefers full sun and well-draining soil.
Where to Find Kungia schoenlandii
Kungia schoenlandii is native to South Africa and can be found in the dry woodlands of the Western Cape.
Kungia schoenlandii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kungia schoenlandii?
Kungia schoenlandii
What type of plant is Kungia schoenlandii?
It is a succulent plant.
Where does Kungia schoenlandii grow?
It is native to the Caucasus region.
Species in the Kungia genus
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 tro-50198107: Based on the initial data import
Kun Tsun Fu (b.1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.T.Fu' in the authors string.
Raymond-Hamet (1890-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raym.-Hamet' in the authors string.