Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
pallidum
ID:
640236

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 246. 1931.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639568



Common Names

  • Ice Plant
  • Delosperma
  • Pallidum


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Description

Delosperma pallidum (also called 'Tibouchina pallidum', 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 purple-pink flowers. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Delosperma pallidum 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 yellow flowers in the summer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Delosperma pallidum has bright pink flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have lance-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Delosperma pallidum 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 pallidum

Delosperma pallidum can be found in South Africa, in the Western Cape province.

Delosperma pallidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Delosperma pallidum?

Delosperma pallidum

What is the common name of Delosperma pallidum?

Pale Ice Plant

What type of plant is Delosperma pallidum?

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