Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
texanum
ID:
1300171

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
tro

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Misc. Collect. 47: 162 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299509

Common Names

  • Texas Air Plant
  • Texas Liveforever
  • Texas Stonecrop

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Description

Lenophyllum texanum (also called Texas Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a low-growing, mat-forming succulent with small, round, fleshy leaves. It is native to the southwestern United States and typically grows in rocky, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Lenophyllum texanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lenophyllum texanum are small, yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have succulent leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lenophyllum texanum is an easy-to-grow succulent that requires little maintenance. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by division of the plant. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly, but not too often, and allowed to dry out between waterings. Fertilize every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Lenophyllum texanum

Lenophyllum texanum is native to the United States and can be found in the states of Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico.

Lenophyllum texanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lenophyllum texanum?

Lenophyllum texanum

What is the common name of Lenophyllum texanum?

Texas Stonecrop

What type of plant is Lenophyllum texanum?

Succulent

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,

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