Status:
valid
Authors:
Niederle
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Skalnickáruv rok 70 : 53 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329951
Common Names
- Sempervivum cernochii
- Cernochii Sempervivum
- Cernochii's Sempervivum
Description
Sempervivum cernochii (also called Cernoch's Houseleek, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent plant that is native to the mountains of Turkey and Iran. It has short, stout stems and small, star-shaped pink flowers. It is found in rocky, grassy meadows and open woodlands at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Sempervivum cernochii is used as an ornamental plant, and is known for its attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Sempervivum cernochii flower has five petals that are yellow and white. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, white, and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sempervivum cernochii is a succulent native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers a cool, dry environment with bright, direct light. It should be planted in a well-draining potting mix made up of equal parts of peat moss, perlite, and sand. Propagation is done through division of the rootstock or by seed.
Where to Find Sempervivum cernochii
Sempervivum cernochii is native to Croatia and can be found in the wild in the counties of Istria, Lika-Senj, and Primorje-Gorski Kotar.
Sempervivum cernochii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sempervivum cernochii?
Sempervivum cernochii
What is the common name of Sempervivum cernochii?
Sempervivum cernochii
Where does Sempervivum cernochii grow?
Sempervivum cernochii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America
Species in the Sempervivum genus
Sempervivum carpathicum,
Sempervivum brevipilum,
Sempervivum calcareum,
Sempervivum christii,
Sempervivum altum,
Sempervivum ingwersenii,
Sempervivum kosaninii,
Sempervivum ispartae,
Sempervivum alatum,
Sempervivum macedonicum,
Sempervivum marmoreum,
Sempervivum leucanthum,
Sempervivum annae,
Sempervivum arachnoideum,
Sempervivum ciliosum,
Sempervivum comollii,
Sempervivum balcanicum,
Sempervivum artvinense,
Sempervivum atlanticum,
Sempervivum atropatanum,
Sempervivum barbulatum,
Sempervivum ermanicum,
Sempervivum erythraeum,
Sempervivum feigeanum,
Sempervivum dzhavachischvilii,
Sempervivum funckii,
Sempervivum dolomiticum,
Sempervivum herfriedianum,
Sempervivum heuffelii,
Sempervivum gillianiae,
Sempervivum giuseppii,
Sempervivum globiferum,
Sempervivum grandiflorum,
Sempervivum davisii,
Sempervivum sosnowskyi,
Sempervivum rupicola,
Sempervivum thompsonianum,
Sempervivum staintonii,
Sempervivum stenopetalum,
Sempervivum tectorum,
Sempervivum morelianum,
Sempervivum ossetiense,
Sempervivum minus,
Sempervivum minutum,
Sempervivum montanum,
Sempervivum pumilum,
Sempervivum praegeri,
Sempervivum pisidicum,
Sempervivum pittonii,
Sempervivum wulfenii,
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
Josef Niederle: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Niederle' in the authors string.