Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
davyi
ID:
640149

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Man. Pl. Transvaal 1: 39. 1926.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639481



Common Names

  • Davyi Ice Plant
  • Davyi Delosperma
  • Davyi Trailing Ice Plant


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Description

Delosperma davyi (also called Hardy Ice Plant, among many other common names) is a low-growing, succulent perennial with small, fleshy, gray-green leaves and bright magenta flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky slopes and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Delosperma davyi is an ornamental plant that can be used in rock gardens, borders, and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate full sun. It has a low-growing habit and produces purple flowers in the summer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Delosperma davyi has blue flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Delosperma davyi is a hardy succulent that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or from seed. To propagate from stem cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy stem and allow it to dry out for a few days before planting it in a well-draining soil mix. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. The plants should be grown in full sun and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Delosperma davyi

Delosperma davyi can be found in South Africa.

Delosperma davyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Delosperma davyi?

Delosperma davyi

What is the common name of Delosperma davyi?

Davy's Ice Plant

What is the natural habitat of Delosperma davyi?

Grassland and scrubland in South Africa

Species in the Delosperma genus

Delosperma aberdeenense, Delosperma abyssinicum, Delosperma acocksii, Delosperma acuminatum, Delosperma adelaidense, Delosperma aereum, Delosperma affine, Delosperma aliwalense, Delosperma alticola, Delosperma annulare, Delosperma ashtonii, Delosperma basuticum, Delosperma bosseranum, Delosperma brevipetalum, Delosperma brevisepalum, Delosperma brunnthaleri, Delosperma caespitosum, Delosperma calitzdorpense, Delosperma calycinum, Delosperma carolinense, Delosperma carterae, Delosperma clavipes, Delosperma cloeteae, Delosperma concavum, Delosperma congestum, Delosperma cooperi, Delosperma crassuloides, Delosperma crassum, Delosperma cronemeyerianum, Delosperma davyi, Delosperma deilanthoides, Delosperma deleeuwiae, Delosperma denticulatum, Delosperma dolomitica, Delosperma dunense, Delosperma dyeri, Delosperma echinatum, Delosperma ecklonis, Delosperma erectum, Delosperma esterhuyseniae, Delosperma ficksbergense, Delosperma floribundum, Delosperma fredericii, Delosperma frutescens, Delosperma galpinii, Delosperma gautengense, Delosperma gerstneri, Delosperma giffenii, Delosperma gramineum, Delosperma gratiae,

Species in the Aizoaceae family