Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
inaequale
ID:
640187

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 322. 1958.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639519



Common Names

  • Inequale Delosperma
  • Inequale Ice Plant
  • Inequale Trailing Ice Plant


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Delosperma inaequale 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 inaequale has star-shaped, white 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 inaequale 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 inaequale

Delosperma inaequale can be found in South Africa.

Delosperma inaequale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Delosperma inaequale?

Delosperma inaequale

What is the common name of Delosperma inaequale?

Ice Plant

What is the natural habitat of Delosperma inaequale?

Delosperma inaequale 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