Status:
valid
Authors:
Poelln.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Ber. Deutsch. Bot. Ges. 51: 113 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454662
Common Names
- Talinum sediforme
- Sediform Fameflower
- Sediform Talinum
Synonyms
- Talinum okanoganense English [unknown]
- Talinum wayae Eastw. [unknown]
- Phemeranthus sediformis (Poelln.) Kiger [unknown]
Description
Talinum sediforme (also called False Purslane, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is found in moist soils in areas with partial shade. The plant has long, narrow leaves and produces small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Talinum sediforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a groundcover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Talinum sediforme has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Talinum sediforme is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant, evergreen perennial that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods will take several weeks to produce a mature plant.
Where to Find Talinum sediforme
Talinum sediforme is native to the southeastern United States, Mexico, and Central America.
Talinum sediforme FAQ
What is the scientific name of Talinum sediforme?
Talinum sediforme
What is the natural habitat of Talinum sediforme?
Grasslands
What is the flowering season of Talinum sediforme?
Summer
Species in the Talinum genus
Talinum caffrum,
Talinum portulacifolium,
Talinum paniculatum,
Talinum calycinum,
Talinum fruticosum,
Talinum sediforme,
Talinum napiforme,
Talinum polygaloides,
Talinum arnotii,
Talinum crispatulum,
Talinum tenuissimum,
Talinum tuberosum,
Talinum crassicaule,
Talinum multiflorum,
Talinum nocturnum,
Talinum punae,
Species in the Talinaceae family
Amphipetalum paraguayense,
Talinella dauphinensis,
Talinella grevei,
Talinella boiviniana,
Talinella pachypoda,
Talinella microphylla,
Talinella albidiflora,
Talinella ankaranensis,
Talinella bosseri,
Talinella humbertii,
Talinella latifolia,
Talinella tsitondroinensis,
Talinella xerophila,
Talinum caffrum,
Talinum portulacifolium,
Talinum paniculatum,
Talinum calycinum,
Talinum fruticosum,
Talinum sediforme,
Talinum napiforme,
Talinum polygaloides,
Talinum arnotii,
Talinum crispatulum,
Talinum tenuissimum,
Talinum tuberosum,
Talinum crassicaule,
Talinum multiflorum,
Talinum nocturnum,
Talinum punae,