Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leipoldtii
ID:
539644

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) H.E.K.Hartmann

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
in Bothalia 28: 74. 1998.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538976

Common Names

  • Antimima leipoldtii
  • Leipoldtii Antimima
  • Antimima-Leipoldtii

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Synonyms

  • Ruschia leipoldtii L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum leipoldtii (L.Bolus) N.E.Br. [illegitimate]

Description

Antimima leipoldtii (also called Leipoldt's Antimima, among many other common names) is a small, succulent shrub that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Western Cape of South Africa, where it is found in rocky outcrops and dry mountain slopes. It has small, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Antimima leipoldtii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil and reduce erosion. The plant has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin irritations, wounds, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antimima leipoldtii is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antimima leipoldtii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy plant and place it in a pot with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Antimima leipoldtii

Antimima leipoldtii can be found in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.

Antimima leipoldtii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antimima leipoldtii?

Antimima leipoldtii

What type of plant is Antimima leipoldtii?

Antimima leipoldtii is a species of flowering plant in the family Aizoaceae.

Where is Antimima leipoldtii found?

Antimima leipoldtii is found in the Western Cape province of South Africa.

Species in the Antimima genus

Antimima addita, Antimima alborubra, Antimima amoena, Antimima androsacea, Antimima argentea, Antimima aurasensis, Antimima biformis, Antimima bina, Antimima bracteata, Antimima brevicarpa, Antimima brevicollis, Antimima buchubergensis, Antimima compacta, Antimima compressa, Antimima concinna, Antimima condensa, Antimima dasyphylla, Antimima defecta, Antimima dekenahi, Antimima distans, Antimima dolomitica, Antimima dualis, Antimima eendornensis, Antimima elevata, Antimima emarcescens, Antimima erosa, Antimima evoluta, Antimima excedens, Antimima exsurgens, Antimima fenestrata, Antimima fergusoniae, Antimima gracillima, Antimima granitica, Antimima hallii, Antimima hamatilis, Antimima hantamensis, Antimima herrei, Antimima insidens, Antimima intervallaris, Antimima ivori, Antimima karroidea, Antimima klaverensis, Antimima koekenaapensis, Antimima komkansica, Antimima lawsonii, Antimima leipoldtii, Antimima leucanthera, Antimima limbata, Antimima lodewykii, Antimima loganii,

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Heidrun Hartmann (1942-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.K.Hartmann' in the authors string.