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Description
Aizoon Portulacaceum, commonly known as shrubby stonecrop, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Portulacaceae family. This plant is found in the Mediterranean region, including North Africa, Southern Europe, and Western Asia. It is a succulent plant that grows up to 60 cm tall and has fleshy leaves that are green-gray in color. This plant produces small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Portulacaceae |
| Genus | Aizoon |
Appearance
Aizoon Portulacaceum is a succulent plant that has a shrubby appearance. It grows up to 60 cm tall and has fleshy leaves that are green-gray in color. The leaves are oblong in shape and have a slightly wavy margin. This plant produces small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The flowers are five-petaled and have a diameter of about 1 cm. The fruit of this plant is a capsule that contains numerous small seeds.
Care Guide
Aizoon Portulacaceum is a low maintenance plant that is easy to care for. Here are some tips on how to care for this plant:Water: This plant prefers well-draining soil and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Allow the soil to dry out between watering to prevent overwatering.Fertilization: This plant does not require fertilizer but can benefit from a balanced fertilizer applied in early spring.Soil: This plant prefers well-draining soil and can tolerate poor soil conditions. It can grow in sandy, loamy, or rocky soil.Sunlight: This plant prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.Hardiness Zones: Aizoon Portulacaceum can grow in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Aizoon Portulacaceum is a relatively pest and disease-free plant. However, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered. It can also be affected by mealybugs and spider mites.
Habitat
Aizoon Portulacaceum is native to the Mediterranean region, including North Africa, Southern Europe, and Western Asia. It prefers dry, rocky, and sandy habitats and can be found in coastal areas, hillsides, and deserts.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Aizoon Portulacaceum a drought-tolerant plant?
A: Yes, Aizoon Portulacaceum is a drought-tolerant plant that can survive in dry and arid conditions.Q: Can Aizoon Portulacaceum be grown indoors?
A: Yes, Aizoon Portulacaceum can be grown indoors as long as it receives enough sunlight and is planted in well-draining soil.Q: How often should Aizoon Portulacaceum be watered?
A: Aizoon Portulacaceum should be watered regularly during the growing season, but the soil should be allowed to dry out between watering to prevent overwatering.Q: How tall can Aizoon Portulacaceum grow?
A: Aizoon Portulacaceum can grow up to 60 cm tall.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Aizoon Portulacaceum:- Portulaca grandiflora– Talinum paniculatum– Sedum telephium– Carpobrotus edulis
References
– The Plant List. (n.d.). Aizoon Portulacaceum L. Retrieved from http://www.theplantlist.org/tpl/record/kew-2627047- USDA. (n.d.). Aizoon Portulacaceum. Retrieved from https://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=AIPR
