petrocosmeapetrocosmea
genusgenusCompact, rosette-forming plants native to rocky areas in Asia, featuring fuzzy, rounded leaves that grow in tight clusters close to the ground. These charming plants produce delicate flowers that hover above their foliage like tiny butterflies.
Etymology
The name combines the Greek words 'petros' meaning 'rock' and 'kosmeo' meaning 'to adorn,' reflecting how these plants naturally decorate rocky surfaces in their native habitat.
Interesting fact!
Their specialized leaves can curl inward during dry periods to reduce water loss, then unfurl again when moisture returns, acting like natural umbrellas.
All species of Petrocosmea
petrocosmeaNervosa
Chinese rock violet, Miniature African violet, Nerve-leaf petrocosmea.
petrocosmeaParryorum
Silver Chinese violet, Mini orchid violet, Parry's rock violet.
petrocosmeaSericea
Silky rock violet, Chinese fairy violet, Silver petrocosmea.
petrocosmeaKerrii
Chinese violet, Mini African violet, Asian violet.
petrocosmeaRosettifolia
Rosette rock violet, Chinese fairy violet, Mini succulent violet.
petrocosmeaMinor
Mini rock violet, Dwarf petrocosmea, Chinese fairy violet.
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