Malephora crocea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Jacq.) Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
in Möller's Deutsche Gärtn.-Zeitung 43: 7. 1928.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293576
Common Names
- Crocea Malephora
- Orange Malephora
- Orange-flowered Malephora
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Malephora crocea (also called Malephora crocea, among many other common names) is an annual succulent with small, yellow flowers that grows in sandy soils in the winter rainfall region of South Africa. It is found in grassland, scrubland and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Malephora crocea is a popular succulent plant used in ornamental gardens. It is also used in rock gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its unique shape and texture and can be used to add interest to a garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Malephora crocea is yellow and daisy-like with many petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malephora crocea 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. Malephora crocea 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 Malephora crocea
Malephora crocea can be found in Namibia and South Africa.
Malephora crocea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malephora crocea?
Malephora crocea
What is the common name of Malephora crocea?
Orange Ice Plant
What is the natural habitat of Malephora crocea?
Dry, rocky hillsides
Species in the Malephora genus
Malephora ochracea, Malephora flavocrocea, Malephora purpureocrocea, Malephora smithii, Malephora pienaarii, Malephora crassa, Malephora crocea, Malephora engleriana, Malephora framesii, Malephora herrei, Malephora latipetala, Malephora lutea, Malephora luteola, Malephora mollis, Malephora thunbergii, Malephora uitenhagensis, Malephora verruculoides,
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
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