Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
gracile
ID:
1422840

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 319. 1958.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001435305



Common Names

  • Delosperma Gracile
  • Starburst Ice Plant
  • Starburst Delosperma


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Description

Delosperma gracile (also called Slender Delosperma, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to the arid regions of South Africa. It is a small plant, usually growing up to 10 cm in height, with yellow flowers and gray-green leaves. It is found in rocky areas, often in crevices of rocks and in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Delosperma gracile is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries. It is drought-tolerant and can be used as a groundcover. It also attracts bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Delosperma gracile is a white to pinkish-purple daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flat, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Delosperma gracile is a succulent plant that is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings or by seed. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a sandy, well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a sandy, well-drained soil mix in spring or summer and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Delosperma gracile

Delosperma gracile can be found in the Western Cape region of South Africa.

Delosperma gracile FAQ

What is the common name of Delosperma gracile?

Gracile Ice Plant

What is the natural habitat of Delosperma gracile?

It is found in the coastal areas of South Africa.

What is the ideal temperature for Delosperma gracile?

It prefers temperatures between 50-70°F (10-21°C).

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

References

Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001435305: Based on the initial data import