Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
spathulata
ID:
527859

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 256. 1954.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000527191



Common Names

  • Aloinopsis spathulata
  • Spathulata Aloinopsis
  • Aloinopsis Spathulata


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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum spathulatum Thunb. [unknown]
  • Nananthus crassipes (Marloth) L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Nananthus spathulatus (Thunb.) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Titanopsis spathulata (Thunb.) Schwantes [unknown]
  • Titanopsis crassipes (Marloth) N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Aloinopsis crassipes (Marloth) L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum crassipes Marloth [unknown]

Description

Aloinopsis spathulata (also called 'Spathulate Aloinopsis' and 'Spathulate 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 spathulata 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 spathulata 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 spathulata 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 spathulata

Aloinopsis spathulata is native to South Africa.

Aloinopsis spathulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aloinopsis spathulata?

Aloinopsis spathulata

What type of plant is Aloinopsis spathulata?

It is a succulent

Where is Aloinopsis spathulata found?

It is found in South Africa

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000527191: Based on the initial data import