Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
celatus
ID:
1408600

Status:
valid

Authors:
Van Jaarsv. & Tribble

Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Bradleya 35: 173. 2017 [31 Aug 2017]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421064

Common Names

  • Celate Tylecodon
  • Celate Leaf
  • Celate Plant

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Description

Tylecodon celatus (also called Celated tylecodon, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa, and can be found in the Western Cape Province. It prefers dry soils and is found in rocky outcrops and dry scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tylecodon celatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as an erosion control plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tylecodon celatus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tylecodon celatus is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. To do so, take a cutting from a healthy stem and allow it to dry out for a few days before planting. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and keep it in a warm, sunny spot. Water sparingly and wait for the plant to take root.

Where to Find Tylecodon celatus

Tylecodon celatus is native to South Africa and can be found in the Fynbos biome.

Tylecodon celatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tylecodon celatus?

Tylecodon celatus

What is the natural habitat of Tylecodon celatus?

Dry, rocky slopes in the western Cape of South Africa

What type of plant is Tylecodon celatus?

A succulent shrub

Species in the Tylecodon genus

Tylecodon bayeri, Tylecodon albiflorus, Tylecodon atropurpureus, Tylecodon pygmaeus, Tylecodon bleckiae, Tylecodon paniculatus, Tylecodon kritzingeri, Tylecodon leucothrix, Tylecodon longipes, Tylecodon nigricaulis, Tylecodon aurusbergensis, Tylecodon occultans, Tylecodon hallii, Tylecodon pearsonii, Tylecodon peculiaris, Tylecodon nolteei, Tylecodon decipiens, Tylecodon bodleyae, Tylecodon buchholzianus, Tylecodon cordiformis, Tylecodon hirtifolius, Tylecodon ellaphieae, Tylecodon faucium, Tylecodon fergusoniae, Tylecodon fragilis, Tylecodon grandiflorus, Tylecodon pusillus, Tylecodon ventricosus, Tylecodon viridiflorus, Tylecodon wallichii, Tylecodon torulosus, Tylecodon stenocaulis, Tylecodon racemosus, Tylecodon reticulatus, Tylecodon rubrovenosus, Tylecodon schaeferianus, Tylecodon tuberosus, Tylecodon tribblei, Tylecodon striatus, Tylecodon suffultus, Tylecodon sulphureus, Tylecodon tenuis, Tylecodon similis, Tylecodon petrophilus, Tylecodon bruynsii, Tylecodon opelii, Tylecodon cacalioides, Tylecodon singularis, Tylecodon florentii, Tylecodon celatus,

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

Ernst Jacobus van Jaarsveld (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van Jaarsv.' in the authors string.
Derek Tribble: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tribble' in the authors string.