Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
thyrsiflora
ID:
384163

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1809

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 2: 274 (1809)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000383495

Common Names

  • Orostachys thyrsiflora
  • Thyme-Leaved Orostachys
  • Thymeleaf Orostachys

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Synonyms

  • Umbilicus leucanthus G.Don [unknown]
  • Umbilicus thyrsiflorus DC. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon leucantha Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon rosea Less. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon thyrsiflora D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon thyrsiflora Maxim. [unknown]
  • Sedum spinosum thyrsiflorum (Fisch.) Fröd. [unknown]
  • Umbilicus leucanthus (Ledeb.) Ledeb. [deprecated]
  • Orostachys rosea (Less.) A.Berger [unknown]

Description

Orostachys thyrsiflora (also called Thyrsiform Orostachys, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to East Asia. It grows in rocky habitats, such as cliffs and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Orostachys thyrsiflora is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orostachys thyrsiflora is a small, yellow-green spikelet with a single bract. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orostachys thyrsiflora is a perennial succulent native to Central and South America. It prefers dry, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of salt spray. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer, or by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Orostachys thyrsiflora

Orostachys thyrsiflora can be found in the mountains of western China, Mongolia, and Russia.

Orostachys thyrsiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orostachys thyrsiflora?

Orostachys thyrsiflora

What type of plant is Orostachys thyrsiflora?

Orostachys thyrsiflora is a species of succulent plant in the family Crassulaceae.

Where is Orostachys thyrsiflora found?

Orostachys thyrsiflora is native to the Mediterranean region.

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,