Aloinopsis malherbei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
malherbei
ID:
527850
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.Bolus) L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
in Fl. Pl. Africa 26: 1035. 1948.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000527182
Common Names
- Malherbe's Aloinopsis
- Malherbe's Daisy
- Malherbe's Daisy Bush
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- Nananthus malherbei L.Bolus [unknown]
Description
Aloinopsis malherbei (also called 'Malherbe's Aloinopsis' and 'Malherbe'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 malherbei 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 malherbei 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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Aloinopsis malherbei 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 malherbei
Aloinopsis malherbei is native to South Africa.
Aloinopsis malherbei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aloinopsis malherbei?
Aloinopsis malherbei
What type of plant is Aloinopsis malherbei?
It is a succulent
Where is Aloinopsis malherbei found?
It is found in South Africa
Species in the Aloinopsis genus
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-0000527182: Based on the initial data import