Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
regium
ID:
704838

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 83: 123. 1928.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704171



Common Names

  • Glottiphyllum Regium
  • Regium Livingstone Daisy
  • Livingstone Daisy Succulent


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Description

Glottiphyllum regium (also called Royal Glottiphyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Aizoaceae. It is a succulent shrub with obovate to spatulate leaves that are 2-4 cm long and 1-2 cm wide. It is native to southern Africa, where it is found in dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Glottiphyllum regium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in potpourri.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Glottiphyllum regium is a star-shaped, white to pale pink in colour. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, round, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glottiphyllum regium is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or by division in the spring. The plant is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Glottiphyllum regium

Glottiphyllum regium is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Glottiphyllum regium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glottiphyllum regium?

Glottiphyllum regium

What is the common name of Glottiphyllum regium?

Royal Glottiphyllum

What is the natural habitat of Glottiphyllum regium?

It is found in dry, open grassland and wooded grassland in South Africa

Species in the Glottiphyllum genus

Species in the Aizoaceae family