Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
luckhoffii
ID:
527849

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 294. 1958.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000527181



Common Names

  • Luckhoff's Aloinopsis
  • Luckhoff's Daisy
  • Luckhoff's Daisy Bush


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Synonyms

  • Nananthus villetii L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Nananthus setiferus (L.Bolus) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Nananthus luckhoffii (L.Bolus) L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Nananthus lodewykii (L.Bolus) L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Titanopsis setifera L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Titanopsis luckhoffii L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Aloinopsis lodewykii L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Aloinopsis setifera (L.Bolus) L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Aloinopsis villetii (L.Bolus) L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Aloinopsis luckhoffii (also called 'Luckhoff's Aloinopsis' and 'Luckhoff's Ice Plant', among many other common names) is a succulent perennial native to South Africa. It has a creeping rhizome and grows in dry, rocky areas. It has short, pointed leaves that are covered in bristly hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Aloinopsis luckhoffii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aloinopsis luckhoffii is yellow in colour and has a star-like shape. The seed is small and black. The seedling is a small, green rosette.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aloinopsis luckhoffii is a succulent that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. To propagate from seeds, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from the stem or leaves and let it dry for a few days before planting it in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should take root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Aloinopsis luckhoffii

Aloinopsis luckhoffii is native to South Africa and is found in arid and semi-arid areas.

Aloinopsis luckhoffii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aloinopsis luckhoffii?

Aloinopsis luckhoffii

What type of plant is Aloinopsis luckhoffii?

It is a succulent

Where is Aloinopsis luckhoffii found?

It is found in South Africa

Species in the Aizoaceae family