Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
affine
ID:
640114

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lavis

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
in J. S. African Bot. 33: 311. 1967.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639446

Common Names

  • Ice Plant
  • Trailing Ice Plant
  • Hardy Ice Plant

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Description

Delosperma affine (also called 'Affine Ice Plant', among many other common names) is a low-growing, mat-forming succulent native to South Africa. It has small, fleshy, grey-green leaves and produces pink flowers. It grows in rocky, well-drained soils in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Delosperma affine is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Delosperma affine is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Delosperma affine can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 70-75°F (21-24°C). Cuttings should be taken in late summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Delosperma affine

Delosperma affine can be found in the Cape Province of South Africa.

Delosperma affine FAQ

What is the common name of Delosperma affine?

African boxwood

What is the scientific name of African boxwood?

Delosperma affine

What is the natural habitat of Delosperma affine?

Dry woodlands and savannas

Species in the Delosperma genus

Delosperma aberdeenense, Delosperma abyssinicum, Delosperma acocksii, Delosperma acuminatum, Delosperma adelaidense, Delosperma aereum, Delosperma affine, Delosperma aliwalense, Delosperma alticola, Delosperma annulare, Delosperma ashtonii, Delosperma basuticum, Delosperma bosseranum, Delosperma brevipetalum, Delosperma brevisepalum, Delosperma brunnthaleri, Delosperma caespitosum, Delosperma calitzdorpense, Delosperma calycinum, Delosperma carolinense, Delosperma carterae, Delosperma clavipes, Delosperma cloeteae, Delosperma concavum, Delosperma congestum, Delosperma cooperi, Delosperma crassuloides, Delosperma crassum, Delosperma cronemeyerianum, Delosperma davyi, Delosperma deilanthoides, Delosperma deleeuwiae, Delosperma denticulatum, Delosperma dolomitica, Delosperma dunense, Delosperma dyeri, Delosperma echinatum, Delosperma ecklonis, Delosperma erectum, Delosperma esterhuyseniae, Delosperma ficksbergense, Delosperma floribundum, Delosperma fredericii, Delosperma frutescens, Delosperma galpinii, Delosperma gautengense, Delosperma gerstneri, Delosperma giffenii, Delosperma gramineum, Delosperma gratiae,

Species in the Aizoaceae family