Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
cinnabarinus
ID:
1426477

Status:
valid

Authors:
Peckover

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Aloe 52: 11 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001442642

Common Names

  • Cinnabarinus Pterodiscus
  • Cinnabarinus Liverwort
  • Cinnabarinus Moss

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Description

Pterodiscus cinnabarinus (also called Cinnabar Pterodiscus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are simple, with entire margins and a glossy green upper surface. It grows in open woodlands and grasslands, and is drought and frost tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Pterodiscus cinnabarinus is a drought tolerant plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It can also be used as a groundcover in dry, sunny areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterodiscus cinnabarinus is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, brown, oblong nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterodiscus cinnabarinus is a perennial, herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from the new growth in spring and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pterodiscus cinnabarinus

Pterodiscus cinnabarinus can be found in the Western Cape province of South Africa.

Pterodiscus cinnabarinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterodiscus cinnabarinus?

Pterodiscus cinnabarinus

What is the common name of Pterodiscus cinnabarinus?

Cinnabar Pterodiscus

Where is Pterodiscus cinnabarinus found?

Central and South America

Species in the Pedaliaceae family

Dewinteria petrophila, Harpagophytum procumbens, Harpagophytum zeyheri, Holubia saccata, Linariopsis prostrata, Linariopsis chevalieri, Pedaliodiscus macrocarpus, Pedalium murex, Pterodiscus speciosus, Pterodiscus undulatus, Pterodiscus aurantiacus, Pterodiscus brasiliensis, Pterodiscus saccatus, Pterodiscus luridus, Pterodiscus ngamicus, Pterodiscus purpureus, Pterodiscus elliottii, Pterodiscus coeruleus, Pterodiscus angustifolius, Pterodiscus ruspolii, Pterodiscus kellerianus, Pterodiscus makatiniensis, Pterodiscus cinnabarinus, Pterodiscus somanei, Rogeria adenophylla, Sesamothamnus guerichii, Sesamothamnus benguellensis, Sesamothamnus lugardii, Sesamothamnus rivae, Sesamothamnus busseanus, Sesamum schinzianum, Sesamum radiatum, Sesamum rigidum, Sesamum pedalioides, Sesamum lepidotum, Sesamum triphyllum, Sesamum prostratum, Sesamum indicum, Sesamum alatum, Sesamum angolense, Sesamum angustifolium, Sesamum calycinum, Sesamum latifolium, Sesamum abbreviatum, Sesamum capense, Sesamum marlothii, Sesamum parviflorum, Sesamum rosaceum, Sesamum imperatricis, Sesamum senecioides,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77186027-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].