Aizoon canariense facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Aizoon canariense |
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Aizoon
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canariense
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Aizoon canariense is a type of small, leafy plant that lives for about one year. It belongs to the plant family called Aizoaceae.
What is Aizoon canariense?
This plant is known for growing close to the ground. It's often found in places that are very dry or somewhat dry.
How it Looks
The Aizoon canariense plant can grow up to about 25 centimeters (10 inches) tall. Its branches spread out along the ground. The leaves are a bit thick and have small hairs on them. They also have a small stalk, called a petiole, that connects them to the stem.
The plant has tiny flowers. These flowers have sepals, which are like small, leaf-like parts that protect the flower bud. The sepals are about 1 to 3 millimeters long and are yellowish inside. Interestingly, this plant's flowers do not have petals, which are usually the colorful parts of a flower.
Where it Grows
You can find Aizoon canariense in warm, dry, or semi-dry areas around the world. These places include:
- The Macaronesia islands, like Madeira, the Canary Islands, and Cape Verde.
- Parts of Arabia.
- Pakistan.
- Areas in North Africa.
- And also in Southern Africa.
See also
In Spanish: Aizoon canariense para niños
