Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
watermeyeri
ID:
1294155

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) N.E.Br.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 87: 212. 1930.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293493



Common Names

  • Lampranthus watermeyeri
  • Vygie
  • Ice Plant


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Description

Lampranthus watermeyeri (also called 'Vygie', 'Vygies', and 'Ice Plant', among many other common names) is a succulent, perennial plant with bright pink, daisy-like flowers. It is native to the Western and Northern Cape Provinces of South Africa and grows in sandy, coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lampranthus watermeyeri is a low-growing, evergreen succulent with bright white flowers. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is drought tolerant. It can also be used as a ground cover and can be planted in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lampranthus watermeyeri is a bright, daisy-like bloom with yellow petals and a deep orange center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, wiry stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lampranthus watermeyeri is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from a healthy stem and allow it to dry for a few days. Then, place the cutting in a pot filled with well-draining soil and water it lightly. The cutting should take root within a few weeks. Lampranthus watermeyeri should be grown in a sunny location with well-draining soil. Water the plant when the soil is dry to the touch and fertilize it once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Lampranthus watermeyeri

Lampranthus watermeyeri is found in the Western Cape of South Africa.

Lampranthus watermeyeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lampranthus watermeyeri?

Lampranthus watermeyeri

What is the common name of Lampranthus watermeyeri?

None

What is the natural habitat of Lampranthus watermeyeri?

Deserts of Namibia and South Africa

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001293493: Based on the initial data import