Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
invalidum
ID:
640191

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) H.E.K.Hartmann

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Illustr. Handb. Succ. Pl. Aizoaceae A-E: 197. 2001.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639523



Common Names

  • Invalidum Delosperma
  • Invalidum Ice Plant
  • Invalidum Trailing Ice Plant


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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum lanceum Eckl. & Zeyh. [illegitimate]
  • Mesembryanthemum invalidum N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Delosperma incomptum ecklonis (Salm-Dyck) H.Jacobsen [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum incomptum Salm-Dyck [illegitimate]

Description

Delosperma invalidum (also called 'Mountain Vygie', among many other common names) is a perennial succulent plant native to South Africa. It has small, round, fleshy leaves and produces daisy-like flowers that are typically yellow or white. It is found in rocky areas and on sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Delosperma invalidum 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 invalidum has bright pink flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oblong-shaped leaves with a rounded tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Delosperma invalidum 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 invalidum

Delosperma invalidum can be found in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.

Delosperma invalidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Delosperma invalidum?

Delosperma invalidum

What is the common name of Delosperma invalidum?

Ice Plant

What is the natural habitat of Delosperma invalidum?

Delosperma invalidum 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

Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Heidrun Hartmann (1942-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.K.Hartmann' in the authors string.