Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
frantiskae-niederlovae
ID:
1423148

Status:
valid

Authors:
Niederle

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Skalnickáruv rok 65: 35. 2012.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001435613

Common Names

  • Malotigena Frantiskae-Niederlovae
  • Frantiskae-Niederlovae Ice Plant
  • Frantiskae-Niederlovae Malotigena

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Description

Malotigena frantiskae-niederlovae (also called Niederlova's Pig Face, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It is a low-growing, mat-forming plant that grows up to 10 cm tall and spreads up to 1 m wide. It grows in sandy, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Malotigena frantiskae-niederlovae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries. It is drought-tolerant and can be used as a groundcover. It also attracts bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Malotigena frantiskae-niederlovae are white to pink in color, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malotigena frantiskae-niederlovae is a low-growing, succulent plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Malotigena frantiskae-niederlovae

Malotigena frantiskae-niederlovae can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces of South Africa.

Malotigena frantiskae-niederlovae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malotigena frantiskae-niederlovae?

Malotigena frantiskae-niederlovae

What type of plant is Malotigena frantiskae-niederlovae?

Succulent

What is the size of Malotigena frantiskae-niederlovae?

2-4 cm

Species in the Malotigena genus

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Josef Niederle: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Niederle' in the authors string.
Caryophyllales.org record for Malotigena frantiskae-niederlovae Niederle: Placement is base on the the 22 Nov 2022 import.