Delosperma hollandii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hollandii
ID:
640184
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 40. 1929.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639516
Common Names
- Holland's Delosperma
- Holland's Ice Plant
- Holland's Trailing Ice Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Delosperma hollandii (also called Holland's Ice Plant, 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 hollandii is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate cold temperatures. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Delosperma hollandii has star-shaped, purple flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Delosperma hollandii 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 hollandii
Delosperma hollandii can be found in South Africa.
Delosperma hollandii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Delosperma hollandii?
Delosperma hollandii
What is the common name of Delosperma hollandii?
Ice Plant
What is the natural habitat of Delosperma hollandii?
Delosperma hollandii 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
References
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000639516: Based on the initial data import