Types of Succulants
Aloe Vera: An Easy Care Succulent to Grow As A Houseplant Aloe vera is probably the most popular succulent houseplant in the world. Here are lots of care & growing tips so you can keep yours as healthy as can be & reap the all the benefits it provides.
Opuntia ficus-indica is more commonly known as a Barbary fig, a variety of prickly pear cactus. This desert plant has been used for centuries as food, fending, and even dye. Growing Barbary fig plants is both rewarding and useful.
Bunny ears cactus (Opuntia microdasys) originated in Mexico and is a denizen of arid, desert-like areas. Growing bunny ears cactus is as simple as mimicking its native regional conditions. So if you have a dry, low humidity home and plenty of sunny exposure, bunny ears cactus plant might be the perfect plant for you.
The majority of Old World succulent monocotyledons are grouped into the Aloaceae, a medium sized family of rosulate leaf succulents including Aloe, Astroloba, Bulbine, Chortolirion, Gasteria, Haworthia, Lomatophyllum and Poellnitzia. This page focuses on the largest genus Aloe, that includes more than 450 species. Other Aloaceae have separate pages.
Cereus is a genus of cacti (family Cactaceae) including around 33 species of large columnar cacti from South America. The name is derived from Greek (κηρός) and Latin words meaning "wax" or "torch".
Cereus repandus (syn. Cereus peruvianus), the Peruvian apple cactus, is a large, erect, thorny columnar cactus found in South America as well as the nearby ABC Islands of the Dutch Caribbean. It is also known as giant club cactus, hedge cactus, cadushi (in Wayuunaiki), and kayush.
Dioscorea alata Linnaeus 1753 (Purple Yam, Winged Yam) is the most widely distributed cultivated yam in Africa, SE Asia, Polynesia and W. Indies, although grown in smaller quantities than the African Yam D. cayenensis.
Creeping woodsorrel is a major weed in turf, ornamental plantings, and nurseries. Infested container stock can contaminate uninfested landscapes. As seedpods mature and expel seeds, creeping woodsorrel spreads from container to container, from flower bed to flower bed, or across ornamental plantings.
The crown of thorns cactus (Euphorbia milii) is an evergreen, succulent plant, native to Madagascar. Appreciated for its showy flowers and lush, thick, gray-green leaves, the crown of thorns is a good choice for outdoor beds or mixed borders in U.S. Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 10 through 15.
Dioscorea elephantipes is a choice Caudiciform Succulent that produces seasonal twining vine from the top of the caudex. The vines reaches 2 m and grows rapidly during the growing season ( from Autumn to Spring) but usually dies back in the summer, leaving the caudex to survive the hot, dry season.
Dioscorea alata or big igname; ... D. japonica or igname of Japan; ... Giromagi Cactus and Succulents P. IVA 01508140512.
Echeveria is a large genus of flowering plants in the stonecrop family Crassulaceae, native to semi-desert areas of Central America, Mexico and northwestern South America.
Haworthias are dainty succulent plants which are frequently compared to Aloes, this is hardly surprising since they are both members of the Asphodeloideae family. Haworthias are almost always small and very (very) slow growing plants but tend to look brilliant in unusual containers or interesting soil mixes. As a result they can make fantastic easy care gifts and presents for people, suiting either a home or office desk environment.
Bring in a fishbone cactus houseplant and enjoy the crazy zigzag pattern of its succulent foliage. Fishbone Cactus Info The scientific name for the plant is Cryptocereus anthonyanus (syn. Selenicereus anthonyanus), and is a member of the night blooming cactus family.
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I've never given the Golden barrels much water, Thijs. If it doesn't rain, they get a little water maybe once a month in summer. I don't know if that helps them to flower earlier or not. If it doesn't rain, they get a little water maybe once a month in summer. I don't know if that helps them to flower earlier or not.
Gymnocalycium mihanovichii, often called chin cactus, is a species of cactus from South America commonly grown as a houseplant. The most popular cultivars are varied mutants which completely lack chlorophyll, exposing the red, orange or yellow pigmentation.
A healthy Easter Cactus, Hatiora gaertneri, will bloom in the spring with beautiful flowers. The Easter Cactus is easy to care for and will live for many years. A healthy Easter Cactus, Hatiora gaertneri, will bloom in the spring with beautiful flowers.
Hatiora salicornioides is a light green, semi-erect epiphytic cactus that branches profusely to form cascades of stems. Stems can grow to 12" in length, with jointed, somewhat "bottle-shaped" segments. Golden yellowish-orange flowers appear in spring. Excellent as a hanging basket. Native to Brazil. Similar culture as for Orchids.
Haworthia can be propagated at repotting time using offsets from the mother plant. When taking offsets, use a sharp knife or snippers and cut as close to the mother stem as possible to include as many roots as possible, then allow the offset to dry briefly before repotting it (similar to cuttings from other succulents).
Haworthia is a large genus of small succulent plants endemic to Southern Africa (Mozambique, Namibia, Lesotho, Swaziland and South Africa). Like the aloes, they are members of the subfamily Asphodeloideae and they generally resemble miniature aloes, except in their flowers, which are distinctive in appearance.
Some species like Haworthia pumila and Haworthia truncata can be adapted to tolerate full-sun however. All Haworthia species favour extremely well-drained soil (in habitat they tend to grow in poor sands, in rocky areas). Watering depends on the species (winter or summer rainfall) but most of the common species are tolerant of a variety of watering routines. Rarer species may have more specific requirements.
Description: Haworthia limifolia is a charming species, with large rosettes. It obtained its name “limifolia” (File Leafed) from the distinctive, dark brownish-green leaves, with transverse ridges of raised, horny, tubercles which resemble those of a coarse file and give it such a distinctive appearance. Rosettes: Stemless, solitary or slowly proliferating with or without stolons and ...
Hedgehog Aloe is a very forgiving succulent, making it a perfect plant for hectic households or for first-time owners. This plant makes quite an impression with its blue-green leaves and will often produce unique spikes of coral-red flowers in the spring and late summer.
Succulents include a wide variety of genus and species and therefore come in a variety of colors, shapes, and textures. A more comprehensive list of plants that fall into the succulent category can be found on Wikipedia.
Balsamina angustifolia Blume. Balsamina balsamina (L.) Huth. Balsamina coccinea DC. Balsamina cornuta DC. Balsamina foeminea Gaertn. Balsamina hortensis Desp. Balsamina lacca Medik. Balsamina minutiflora Span. Balsamina mollis G.Don. Balsamina odorata Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don. Balsamina racemosa Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don. Impatiens eriocarpa Launert. Impatiens giorgii De Wild.
Jade plants are easy to grow, but they are susceptible to mealy bugs and fungal diseases. As with all succulents, overwatering is sure to be fatal, so err on the side of too dry rather than too wet. Never let your jade plant sit in water. If you water from beneath by letting the plant sit in a saucer of water, make sure to pour off any excess water after a few minutes.
The cholla (pronounced choy-a) is perhaps the most feared and hated cacti in the southwest desert. If you brush up against one, you will know why. The plant has pads that separate easily from the main stem.
Succulents are the perfect plant for forgetful gardeners. Succulent care is easy, and succulent gardens and terrariums can brighten any ... Pincushion Cactus ...
Malabar spinach may be the summer green you’re looking for. Malabar spinach, known by a number of other names such as Ceylon spinach, red vine spinach, and climbing spinach, is a delicious and super nutritious vegetable that thrives in hot weather.
Medinilla magnifica is small evergreen shrub native to the Philippines where it is usually found growing on trees in tropical forests. It has been grown for hundreds of years as an exotic houseplant. Learn how you, too, can grow this exotic species in this article.
Fouquieria splendens (commonly known as ocotillo American Spanish: , but also referred to as coachwhip, candlewood, slimwood, desert coral, Jacob's staff, Jacob cactus, and vine cactus) is a plant indigenous to the Sonoran Desert and Chihuahuan Desert in the Southwestern United States (southern California, southern Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas), and northern Mexico (as far south as Hidalgo and Guerrero).
Description: Oxalis triangularis, commonly called "Love Plant" or "Purple Shamrock", is an edible, perennial, acaulescent plant, arising from scale-clad rhizomes, growing to 20 cm tall. It is particularly priced for its purple, triangular leaflets that close at night.
Peperomia graveolens Rauh & Barthlott 1975 Name: Latin graveolens means "bad smelling," referring to the flower spike This small-growing Peperomia is a real gem with red stems supporting succulent, ovate, glossy red leaves with a green window on their upper surface. The inflorescence is a greenish spike with a mousy odour on a red peduncle.
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Pereskia grandifolia by Enrique Braña Via Flickr _Pereskia grandifolia (Rose Cactus; syn. Cactus grandifolius Link, Rhodocactus grandifolius (Haw.) F.M.Knuth, Cactus rosa Vell.) is a tree native to the Northeastern Brazil restingas.
Lophophora williamsii (/ l oʊ ˈ f ɒ f ə r ə w ɪ l i ˈ æ m s i aɪ /) or peyote (/ p ə ˈ j oʊ t i /) is a small, spineless cactus with psychoactive alkaloids, particularly mescaline. The English common name peyote is a Spanish loanword, which comes from the Nahuatl name peyōtl [ˈpejoːt͡ɬ], said to derive from a root meaning ...
Genus: Phalaenopsis Subgenus: Phalaenopsis. Flower. Color: White or yellowish-white Bloom Time: Spring. Description. Phalaenopsis aphrodite is a nice and compact Phalaenopsis orchid species up to 2 feet (60 cm) tall.
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The Queen of the Night cactus (Epiphyllum oxypetalum) has frequently been the guest of honor at late-night parties, since it performs only during the dark hours. As it flaunts fragrant white flowers up to 1 foot long, however, it is worth waiting up for.
Rhipsalis delphinensis Barthlott; Rhipsalis fasciculata Haw. Rhipsalis heptagona Rauh & Backeb. Rhipsalis madagascariensis Weber ex Weber; Rhipsalis madagascariensis var. dasycerca F.A.C.Weber; Rhipsalis mauritiana Barthlott; Rhipsalis mauritiana var. ellipticarpa Barthlott; Rhipsalis minutiflora K. Schum. Rhipsalis parasitica Haw.
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Schlumbergera × eprica Süpplie = S. orssichiana × S. russelliana; Schlumbergera × exotica Barthlott & Rauh = S. truncata × S. opuntioides; S. Exotica Group; Schlumbergera × reginae McMillan = S. truncata × S. orssichiana; S. Reginae Group; The Easter cactus was at one time placed in Schlumbergera, but has flowers which are different in structure.
The majority of Old World succulent monocotyledons are grouped into the Aloaceae, a medium sized family of rosulate leaf succulents including Aloe, Astroloba, Bulbine, Chortolirion, Gasteria, Haworthia, Lomatophyllum and Poellnitzia. This page focuses on the largest genus Aloe, that includes more than 450 species. Other Aloaceae have separate pages.
RIP, spiral aloe Most people fall in love with spiral aloe (Aloe polyphylla) the first time they see one. Take a look at this specimen at the UC Botanical Garden in Berkeley and you understand why.
Aloe juvenna – Tiger Tooth Aloe Sep 28, 2016 | Posted by Patrick Grubbs | Succulent Spotlights | Aloe juvenna, commonly called tiger tooth aloe, is a vivacious succulent loved for its hardy disposition and unique “fear-inducing” visage.
Viper’s Bowstring Hemp; Mother-in-Law’s Tongue; Saint George’s Sword *Warning* The Snake Plant is toxic to dogs and cats. It can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Hylocereus undatus (Pitaya blanca or white-fleshed pitahaya) has pink-skinned fruit with white flesh. This is the most commonly seen "dragon fruit". Hylocereus costaricensis (Pitaya roja or red-fleshed pitahaya, also known as Hylocereus polyrhizus) has red-skinned fruit with red flesh.
The Dioscoreaceae is a group of 8 genera and over 600 species, including many interesting succulent caudiciforms and species with an underground tuberous root. Both caudexes and tubers store water and starchy food reserves to carry the plant through periods of dormancy.
The roots are often tuberous and succulent, and several species also reproduce vegetatively by production of bulbils, ... Wood sorrel (a type of oxalis) ...