Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
devredii
ID:
626296

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Robyns

Source:
cmp

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 34: 301 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625628

Common Names

  • Craterosiphon devredii
  • Devredii Craterosiphon
  • Butterfly Orchid

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Description

Craterosiphon devredii (also called Devred's Craterosiphon, among many other common names) is a succulent plant with fleshy, round leaves that are green to gray-green in color. It is native to Africa and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Craterosiphon devredii is often used as an ornamental plant, as it is easy to grow and maintain. It is also used to decorate gardens and can be used as a ground cover. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Craterosiphon devredii is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, oval-shaped seedling with a white stem and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Craterosiphon devredii is a succulent that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. To propagate, take stem cuttings and place them in a pot with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Craterosiphon devredii

Craterosiphon devredii is native to South Africa.

Craterosiphon devredii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Craterosiphon devredii?

Craterosiphon devredii

What type of plant is Craterosiphon devredii?

Succulent

What is the natural habitat of Craterosiphon devredii?

Rocky areas in South Africa

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,