Orostachys cartilaginea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cartilaginea
ID:
1300546
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boriss.
Source:
tro
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 9: 482 (1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299884
Common Names
- Orostachys cartilaginea
- Cartilage Plant
- Jew's Ear
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Orostachys cartilaginea (also called 'Cartilaginous Orostachys', among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant native to Japan. It is a low-growing plant with small, round, fleshy leaves. It grows in rocky areas, meadows, and hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Orostachys cartilaginea is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Orostachys cartilaginea are yellow and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Orostachys cartilaginea is a hardy perennial that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall, and seeds should be sown in spring or fall.
Where to Find Orostachys cartilaginea
Orostachys cartilaginea can be found in the mountains of Central Asia, including parts of Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia.
Orostachys cartilaginea FAQ
What are the common names of Orostachys cartilaginea?
Orostachys cartilaginea is commonly known as the cartilaginous stonecrop.
What is the natural habitat of Orostachys cartilaginea?
Orostachys cartilaginea is native to the Mediterranean region.
What type of soil does Orostachys cartilaginea prefer?
Orostachys cartilaginea prefers well-drained, sandy soil.
Species in the Orostachys 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-8901703: Based on the initial data import
Antonina Borissova (b.1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boriss.' in the authors string.