Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
contrerasii
ID:
510569

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pérez-Calix, I.García & Cházaro

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 83: 64 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509901

Common Names

  • Pachyphytum contrerasii
  • Contreras' Pachyphytum
  • Silver-Spoon Plant

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Description

Pachyphytum contrerasii (also called Contreras' Pachyphytum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Andes mountains of South America. It is characterized by its white flowers and its leathery leaves. It grows in dry and sunny areas, such as rocky hillsides and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Pachyphytum contrerasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pachyphytum contrerasii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachyphytum contrerasii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil in a sunny location. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize occasionally. Prune to shape as needed.

Where to Find Pachyphytum contrerasii

Pachyphytum contrerasii is native to Mexico and can be found in areas with dry and sunny conditions.

Pachyphytum contrerasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pachyphytum contrerasii?

Pachyphytum contrerasii

What is the common name of Pachyphytum contrerasii?

Contrerasii

Where is Pachyphytum contrerasii found?

Mexico

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

Ignacio García Ruiz (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.García' in the authors string.
Emmanuel Pérez-Calix (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pérez-Calix' in the authors string.
Miguel de J. Cházaro Basáñoez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cházaro' in the authors string.