Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
sempervivoides
ID:
1301154

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.Bieb.) H.Ohba

Source:
tro

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
J. Fac. Sci. Univ. Tokyo, Sect. 3, Bot. 12: 169 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001300492

Common Names

  • Prometheum sempervivoides
  • Sempervivoides Prometheum
  • Sempervivoides's Prometheum

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Description

Prometheum sempervivoides (also called Evergreen Houseleek, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent with fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves and small, star-shaped yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Prometheum sempervivoides is a medicinal plant used to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Prometheum sempervivoides is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prometheum sempervivoides is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial succulent that forms a dense mat of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves. It is easily propagated from stem cuttings or offsets. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Prometheum sempervivoides

Prometheum sempervivoides can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Prometheum sempervivoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prometheum sempervivoides?

Prometheum sempervivoides

What is the common name of Prometheum sempervivoides?

Sempervivum-like Prometheum

What is the optimal temperature range for Prometheum sempervivoides?

50-75°F (10-24°C)

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-8903139: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich August Marschall von Bieberstein (1768-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Bieb.' in the authors string.
Hideaki Ohba (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohba' in the authors string.