Delosperma sphalmanthoides - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphalmanthoides
ID:
640266
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.A.Hammer
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 65: 123. 1993.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639598
Common Names
- Ice Plant
- Delosperma
- Sphalmanthoides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Daggodora sphalmanthoides (S.A.Hammer) S.A.Hammer [unknown]
- Komsbergella sphalmanthoides (S.A.Hammer) Niederle [unknown]
Description
Delosperma sphalmanthoides (also called Spreading Ice Plant, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant native to South Africa. It has thick, fleshy leaves and bright purple flowers. It is found in rocky, sandy areas and is drought tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Delosperma sphalmanthoides is a low-growing, evergreen succulent groundcover with bright yellow flowers. It is drought tolerant and can be used in rock gardens, as a border plant, or in containers. It is also a great choice for erosion control on slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Delosperma sphalmanthoides has bright pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Delosperma sphalmanthoides is a low-growing, evergreen succulent with bright yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. It can also be propagated from cuttings.
Where to Find Delosperma sphalmanthoides
Delosperma sphalmanthoides can be found in South Africa, in the Eastern Cape province.
Delosperma sphalmanthoides FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Delosperma sphalmanthoides?
Delosperma sphalmanthoides prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)
What type of soil is best for Delosperma sphalmanthoides?
Delosperma sphalmanthoides prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a neutral pH.
How much sun does Delosperma sphalmanthoides need?
Delosperma sphalmanthoides prefers full sun to partial shade.
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
References
Steven Allen Hammer (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Hammer' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000639598: Based on the initial data import