Gibbaeum hartmannianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thiede & Niesler
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
in Haseltonia 18: 38. 2012.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001435381
Common Names
- Gibbaeum Hartmannianum
- Hartmannianum Ice Plant
- Hartmannianum Gibbaeum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gibbaeum hartmannianum (also called Hartmann's Gibbaeum, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to the arid regions of South Africa. It is a small plant, usually growing up to 10 cm in height, with yellow flowers and gray-green leaves. It is found in rocky areas, often in crevices of rocks and in sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Gibbaeum hartmannianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries. It is drought-tolerant and can be used as a groundcover. It also attracts bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gibbaeum hartmannianum has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gibbaeum hartmannianum is a low-growing, succulent plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Gibbaeum hartmannianum
Gibbaeum hartmannianum can be found in the Northern Cape region of South Africa.
Gibbaeum hartmannianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gibbaeum hartmannianum?
Gibbaeum hartmannianum
What type of plant is Gibbaeum hartmannianum?
Succulent
What is the size of Gibbaeum hartmannianum?
2-4 cm
Species in the Gibbaeum genus
Gibbaeum album, Gibbaeum angulipes, Gibbaeum dispar, Gibbaeum esterhuyseniae, Gibbaeum geminum, Gibbaeum gibbosum, Gibbaeum heathii, Gibbaeum hortenseae, Gibbaeum nebrownii, Gibbaeum nuciforme, Gibbaeum pachypodium, Gibbaeum petrense, Gibbaeum pubescens, Gibbaeum schwantesii, Gibbaeum shandii, Gibbaeum velutinum, Gibbaeum hartmannianum, Gibbaeum ihlenfeldtii,
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
I.M. Niesler: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Niesler' in the authors string.
Joachim Thiede (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thiede' in the authors string.
Caryophyllales.org record for Gibbaeum hartmannianum Thiede & Niesler: Placement is base on the the 22 Nov 2022 import.