Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 383. 1933.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639484
Common Names
- Denticulatum Ice Plant
- Denticulatum Delosperma
- Denticulatum Trailing Ice Plant
Description
Delosperma denticulatum (also called Namaqualand Daisy, among many other common names) is a low-growing, succulent perennial with small, fleshy, gray-green leaves and bright yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky slopes and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Delosperma denticulatum is a popular ornamental plant, used in rock gardens, as a groundcover, or in containers. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Delosperma denticulatum has pink flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Delosperma denticulatum 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 denticulatum
Delosperma denticulatum can be found in South Africa.
Delosperma denticulatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Delosperma denticulatum?
Delosperma denticulatum
What is the common name of Delosperma denticulatum?
Toothed Ice Plant
What is the natural habitat of Delosperma denticulatum?
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