Delosperma suttoniae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
suttoniae
ID:
640274
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lavis
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
in J. S. African Bot. 32: 344. 1966.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639606
Common Names
- Suttoniae Ice Plant
- Suttoniae Delosperma
- Suttoniae's Delosperma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Delosperma suttoniae (also called Sutton's Ice Plant, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant native to South Africa. It has thick, fleshy leaves and bright purple flowers. It is found in rocky, sandy areas and is drought tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Delosperma suttoniae is a low-growing, evergreen succulent groundcover with bright yellow flowers. It is drought tolerant and can be used in rock gardens, as a border plant, or in containers. It is also a great choice for erosion control on slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Delosperma suttoniae has bright pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Delosperma suttoniae is an evergreen, succulent perennial that grows up to 8 inches tall and produces yellow flowers in the summer. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer. It is also possible to propagate from seed, but this is more difficult.
Where to Find Delosperma suttoniae
Delosperma suttoniae can be found in South Africa, in the Eastern Cape province.
Delosperma suttoniae FAQ
What is the common name of Delosperma suttoniae?
Sutton's Ice Plant
What is the hardiness zone of Delosperma suttoniae?
USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9
What is the soil type of Delosperma suttoniae?
Well-drained, sandy soil
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-0000639606: Based on the initial data import