Status:
valid
Authors:
Rose
Source:
tro
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Misc. Collect. 47: 162 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001300172
Common Names
- Sharp-Leaf Lenophyllum
- Sharp-Leafed Lenophyllum
- Sharp-Leaved Lenophyllum
Description
Lenophyllum acutifolium (also called Sharp-Leaved Lenophyllum, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial native to Mexico. It is characterized by its thick, fleshy, gray-green leaves and clusters of yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas of the country.
Uses & Benefits
Lenophyllum acutifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves of this plant are used to make tea and are also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lenophyllum acutifolium has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lenophyllum acutifolium is a succulent plant that grows best in well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is done by cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken from the stem tips and planted in moist soil. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Lenophyllum acutifolium
Lenophyllum acutifolium is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Hidalgo and Veracruz.
Lenophyllum acutifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lenophyllum acutifolium?
Lenophyllum acutifolium
What are the common names of Lenophyllum acutifolium?
Silver Torch Cactus
What is the growth habit of Lenophyllum acutifolium?
It is a shrubby cactus with upright stems that grow up to 1 m tall
Species in the Lenophyllum 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,