Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
nubigenum
ID:
640229

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Handb. Succ. Pl. 3: 1103. 1960.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639561



Common Names

  • Ice Plant
  • Delosperma
  • Nubigenum


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Description

Delosperma nubigenum (also called 'Tibouchina nubigenum', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical forests of South America. It has glossy green leaves and produces clusters of yellow-orange flowers. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Delosperma nubigenum is an ornamental plant that can be used in rock gardens, borders, and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate full sun. It has a low-growing habit and produces pink flowers in the summer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Delosperma nubigenum 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 nubigenum is a hardy, drought-resistant, evergreen succulent groundcover that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow in well-draining soil and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a stem cutting and allow it to dry for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist until the cutting has rooted.

Where to Find Delosperma nubigenum

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

Delosperma nubigenum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Delosperma nubigenum?

Delosperma nubigenum

What is the common name of Delosperma nubigenum?

Mountain Ice Plant

What type of plant is Delosperma nubigenum?

Succulent

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

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Caryophyllales.org record for Delosperma nubigenum (Schltr.) L.Bolus: Placement is base on the the 22 Nov 2022 import.