Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) N.E.Br. ex Glen
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
in Bothalia 13: 454. 1981.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001435893
Common Names
- Mestoklema Tuberosum
- Tuberosum Ice Plant
- Tuberosum Mestoklema
Description
Mestoklema tuberosum (also called Tuberous Mestoklema, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 5m tall. Its leaves are bipinnate and its flowers are yellow and fragrant. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands and heaths.
Uses & Benefits
Mestoklema tuberosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Mestoklema tuberosum are white to pink in color, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mestoklema tuberosum 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 Mestoklema tuberosum
Mestoklema tuberosum can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces of South Africa.
Mestoklema tuberosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mestoklema tuberosum?
Mestoklema tuberosum
What type of plant is Mestoklema tuberosum?
Succulent
What is the size of Mestoklema tuberosum?
2-4 cm
Species in the Mestoklema genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family