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narrow-leaved iceplant
Scientific Name: Conicosia
Family: Aizoaceae
Category: Dicot
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Conicosia pugioniformis
Conicosia pugioniformis, commonly known as narrow-leaved iceplant or pigroot, is a succulent plant belonging to the ice plant family (Aizoaceae).
Considerations for Pets
- As a succulent, Conicosia pugioniformis possesses fleshy leaves.
- The text describes other ice plants as having leaves that glitter with crystals, which may be tempting to animals.
Considerations for Children
- As a succulent, Conicosia pugioniformis possesses fleshy leaves.
- The text describes other ice plants as having leaves that glitter with crystals, which may be tempting to children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Conicosia pugioniformis (L.) N.E. Br.
- Family: Aizoaceae (Ice Plant Family or Fig-marigolds)
- Genus: Conicosia N.E. Br.
- Common Names: Narrow-leaved iceplant, narrow-leafed iceplant, false ice plant, pigroot.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to southern Africa.
- Found in immediate coastal areas, particularly in dunes.
Ecological Role
- Conicosia pugioniformis is considered an invasive species in some regions.
- The California Invasive Plant Council classifies its potential impact on native ecosystems as limited.
Morphological Characteristics
- Type: Perennial, succulent.
- Growth Habit: Medium-sized plant.
- Leaves: Narrow leaves.
- Flowers: Yellow flowers. Each flower stem can have between 7-13 flowers.
- Bloom color: Yellow.
- Exposure: Full sun.
Further Information
- USDA PLANTS Database
- WeedUS database
- California Invasive Plant Council
- Discover Life
- Dave's Garden