Delosperma truteri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
truteri
ID:
640280
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lavis
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
in J. S. African Bot. 32: 343. 1966.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639612
Common Names
- Truteri Ice Plant
- Truteri Delosperma
- Truteri's Delosperma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Delosperma truteri (also called Truter'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 truteri 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 truteri 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 truteri 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 truteri
Delosperma truteri is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Delosperma truteri FAQ
What is the common name of Delosperma truteri?
Truter's Ice Plant
What is the hardiness zone of Delosperma truteri?
USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9
What is the soil type of Delosperma truteri?
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-0000639612: Based on the initial data import