International Succulent Introductions

Plant Introductions of the Huntington Botanical Gardens

(published in the Cactus and Succulent Journal)
Vol. 79 (2), March - April, 2007
ISI 2007-32. Senecio sempervivus (Forssk.) Sch.Bip.    More photos available: [ 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 ]
Photos © 2007 by John Trager. Images may not be used elsewhere without permission.
Senecio sempervivus (Forssk.) Sch.Bip.

Another collection of this Arabian succulent was offered only a couple of years ago (ISI 2005-31 as Kleinia semperviva) but sold out before all orders could be filled.  In the meantime, we realized that we had another collection never offered or properly documented through the ISI.  Its glaucous, echeveria-like rosettes and fragrant heads of lovely pink flowers, not to mention its provenance and longevity, make this a worthy reintroduction. Rooted cuts of HBG 22933, Lavranos & Smith 819, collected May 17, 1967, at 6000’, Thira Pass on the Lawdar-Mukeiras road, Audhali Escarpment, southern Yemen. $7.50.

 

 

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