Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
herbeum
ID:
640182

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) N.E.Br.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1926

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639514



Common Names

  • Herb's Delosperma
  • Herb's Ice Plant
  • Herb's Trailing Ice Plant


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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum herbeum N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Delosperma framesii L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Delosperma herbeum (also called Herbe's 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 herbeum 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 herbeum has star-shaped, pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Delosperma herbeum is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant that forms mats of foliage and produces daisy-like flowers in shades of pink, purple, and white. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and prefers well-drained soil.

Where to Find Delosperma herbeum

Delosperma herbeum can be found in South Africa.

Delosperma herbeum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Delosperma herbeum?

Delosperma herbeum

What is the common name of Delosperma herbeum?

Ice Plant

What is the natural habitat of Delosperma herbeum?

Delosperma herbeum is native to 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