Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
repens
ID:
640255

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 421. 1934.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639587



Common Names

  • Ice Plant
  • Delosperma
  • Repens


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Description

Delosperma repens (also called 'Creeping Ice Plant', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen succulent native to South Africa. It grows in dry, sunny areas and has small, round leaves with a glossy texture. It is a popular choice for gardens and terrariums.

Uses & Benefits

Delosperma repens 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 white flowers in the summer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Delosperma repens has bright pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Delosperma repens is a low-growing, evergreen succulent with bright yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. It can also be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Delosperma repens

Delosperma repens can be found in South Africa, in the Northern Cape and Western Cape provinces.

Delosperma repens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Delosperma repens?

Delosperma repens

What is the common name of Delosperma repens?

Creeping Ice Plant

What type of plant is Delosperma repens?

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