Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
framesii
ID:
1294242

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) H.Jacobsen & Schwantes

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
in Natl. Cact. Succ. J. 13: 78. 1958.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293580



Common Names

  • Framesii Malephora
  • Frame's Malephora
  • Frame's Orange-flowered Malephora


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Description

Malephora framesii (also called Malephora framesii, 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 framesii 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

Malephora framesii has small, yellow flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single, rounded leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malephora framesii 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 framesii 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 framesii

Malephora framesii can be found in Namibia and South Africa.

Malephora framesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malephora framesii?

Malephora framesii

What is the common name of Malephora framesii?

Frames' Ice Plant

What is the natural habitat of Malephora framesii?

Dry, rocky hillsides

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Hermann Jacobsen (1898-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Jacobsen' in the authors string.
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001293580: Based on the initial data import