Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Berger
Source:
cmp
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 18a: 466 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000399368
Common Names
- Rosularia Glabra
- Smooth Rosularia
- Glabrous Rosularia
Synonyms
- Umbilicus glaber Regel & C.Winkl. [unknown]
- Cotyledon glabra O.Fedtsch. & B.Fedtsch. [unknown]
Description
Rosularia glabra (also called Smooth Rosularia, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent that grows up to 10 centimeters in height. It is native to Europe and Asia and is found in alpine and subalpine regions. Its leaves are thick, fleshy, and have a reddish-purple margin.
Uses & Benefits
Rosularia glabra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Rosularia glabra are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rosularia glabra is a perennial succulent that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate by stem cuttings or by division of the root system. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water once established.
Where to Find Rosularia glabra
Rosularia glabra can be found in parts of the Mediterranean, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
Rosularia glabra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rosularia glabra?
Rosularia glabra
What is the common name of Rosularia glabra?
Smooth rosularia
What type of plant is Rosularia glabra?
Evergreen perennial
Species in the Rosularia genus
Rosularia turkestanica,
Rosularia serrata,
Rosularia subspicata,
Rosularia alpestris,
Rosularia borissovae,
Rosularia glabra,
Rosularia reginae,
Rosularia platyphylla,
Rosularia schischkinii,
Rosularia radicosa,
Rosularia libanotica,
Rosularia lineata,
Rosularia lipskyi,
Rosularia lutea,
Rosularia viguieri,
Rosularia adenotricha,
Rosularia blepharophylla,
Rosularia globulariifolia,
Rosularia sempervivum,
Rosularia elymaitica,
Rosularia haussknechtii,
Rosularia lutea,
Rosularia davisii,
Rosularia rosulata,
Rosularia reginae,
Rosularia modesta,
Rosularia pseudohaussknechtii,
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,