Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
pachyrhizum
ID:
640234

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 381. 1933.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639566

Common Names

  • Ice Plant
  • Delosperma
  • Pachyrhizum

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Description

Delosperma pachyrhizum (also called 'Tibouchina pachyrhizum', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical forests of South America. It has glossy green leaves and produces clusters of orange flowers. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Delosperma pachyrhizum is an ornamental plant that can be used in rock gardens, borders, and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate full sun. It has a low-growing habit and produces pink flowers in the summer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Delosperma pachyrhizum has bright pink flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a rounded tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Delosperma pachyrhizum is a hardy, drought-resistant, evergreen succulent groundcover that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow in well-draining soil and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a stem cutting and allow it to dry for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist until the cutting has rooted.

Where to Find Delosperma pachyrhizum

Delosperma pachyrhizum can be found in South Africa, in the Northern Cape and Western Cape provinces.

Delosperma pachyrhizum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Delosperma pachyrhizum?

Delosperma pachyrhizum

What is the common name of Delosperma pachyrhizum?

Thick Root Ice Plant

What type of plant is Delosperma pachyrhizum?

Succulent

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