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
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.
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