Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
nolteei
ID:
409574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lavranos

Source:
ksu

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Piante Grasse 20: 125 (2000 publ. 2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408906

Common Names

  • Nolteei Tylecodon
  • Tylecodon Nolteei
  • Nolteei Conebush

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Description

Tylecodon nolteei (also called Nolte's Quiver Tree, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub or small tree native to the Northern Cape Province of South Africa. It has an upright, columnar growth habit and is covered in thick, grey-green bark. Its leaves are small, fleshy, and grey-green in color. It prefers dry, rocky habitats and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Tylecodon nolteei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. The leaves of this plant are used for making herbal medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tylecodon nolteei is a small, yellow flower with a green center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tylecodon nolteei is a slow-growing, succulent shrub that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It is best propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, bright location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and allowed to dry before planting in a well-draining medium.

Where to Find Tylecodon nolteei

Tylecodon nolteei can be found in South Africa.

Tylecodon nolteei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tylecodon nolteei?

Tylecodon nolteei

What are the common names of Tylecodon nolteei?

Nolte's tylecodon, Nolte's succulent

What is the distribution of Tylecodon nolteei?

Tylecodon nolteei is native to South Africa.

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,