Malephora lutea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Haw.) Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
in Möller's Deutsche Gärtn.-Zeitung 43: 7. 1928.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293583
Common Names
- Lutea Malephora
- Yellow Malephora
- Yellow-flowered Malephora
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Malephora lutea (also called Malephora lutea, 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 lutea 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 lutea 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malephora lutea is a low-growing, succulent shrub that grows up to 1 foot (30 cm) tall. It has small, gray-green leaves that are arranged in a rosette pattern. The flowers are yellow and have five petals. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate some frost. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Malephora lutea
Malephora lutea can be found in South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana.
Malephora lutea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malephora lutea?
Malephora lutea
What is the common name of Malephora lutea?
Lutea Ice Plant
What is the natural habitat of Malephora lutea?
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
Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haw.' 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-0001293583: Based on the initial data import