Petrosedum elaverinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elaverinum
ID:
1409354
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.Gallo & J.-M.Tison) L.Gallo
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 306(2): 169. 2017 [9 May 2017] [epublished]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421819
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Petrosedum elaverinum (also called Elaverinum Stonecrop, among many other common names) is an evergreen succulent native to tropical regions of Africa. It has a single stem and a rounded crown. It grows in a variety of habitats including grasslands, savannas and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Petrosedum elaverinum is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Petrosedum elaverinum is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green, with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Petrosedum elaverinum can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall. The soil should be well-draining and the plant should be grown in full sun. It is also important to water the plant regularly and to fertilize it every few weeks.
Where to Find Petrosedum elaverinum
Petrosedum elaverinum is native to the Mediterranean region.
Petrosedum elaverinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Petrosedum elaverinum?
Petrosedum elaverinum
What is the common name of Petrosedum elaverinum?
Elaver Stonecrop
What is the natural habitat of Petrosedum elaverinum?
Rocky slopes and cliffs
Species in the Petrosedum genus
Petrosedum pruinatum, Petrosedum tenuifolium, Petrosedum sediforme, Petrosedum orientale, Petrosedum montanum, Petrosedum luteolum, Petrosedum forsterianum, Petrosedum erectum, Petrosedum amplexicaule, Petrosedum rupestre, Petrosedum hommelsii, Petrosedum lorenzoi, Petrosedum affomarcoi, Petrosedum ochroleucum, Petrosedum brevierei, Petrosedum henkii, Petrosedum pascalianum, Petrosedum dianium, Petrosedum albescens, Petrosedum estrelae, Petrosedum monteferraticum, Petrosedum elaverinum, Petrosedum subulatum, Petrosedum bellardii,
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
Jean-Marc Tison (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-M.Tison' in the authors string.
Lorenzo Gallo (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Gallo' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77162986-1: Based on the initial data import