Delosperma uitenhagense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uitenhagense
ID:
640282
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 89. 1929.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639614
Common Names
- Uitenhagense Ice Plant
- Uitenhagense Delosperma
- Uitenhagense's Delosperma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Delosperma uitenhagense (also called Uitenhage Ice Plant, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant native to South Africa. It has thick, fleshy leaves and bright pink flowers. It is found in rocky, sandy areas and is drought tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Delosperma uitenhagense 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 uitenhagense 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 uitenhagense is an evergreen, succulent perennial that grows up to 8 inches tall and produces yellow flowers in the summer. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer. It is also possible to propagate from seed, but this is more difficult.
Where to Find Delosperma uitenhagense
Delosperma uitenhagense is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Delosperma uitenhagense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Delosperma uitenhagense?
Delosperma uitenhagense
What is the common name of Delosperma uitenhagense?
Uitenhage Ice Plant
What is the natural habitat of Delosperma uitenhagense?
Grassland and scrubland in South Africa
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
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000639614: Based on the initial data import