Delosperma lootsbergense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lootsbergense
ID:
640210
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lavis
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
in J. S. African Bot. 32: 343. 1966.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639542
Common Names
- Ice Plant
- Lootsberg Ice Plant
- Lootsberg Delosperma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Delosperma lootsbergense (also called 'Lootsberg 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 lootsbergense 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 lootsbergense has yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Delosperma lootsbergense can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and kept moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Delosperma lootsbergense
Delosperma lootsbergense can be found in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.
Delosperma lootsbergense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Delosperma lootsbergense?
Delosperma lootsbergense
What is the common name of Delosperma lootsbergense?
Ice Plant
What is the natural habitat of Delosperma lootsbergense?
Delosperma lootsbergense 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
Mary Gwendolene Lavis (b.1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lavis' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000639542: Based on the initial data import