Plants in family aizoaceae
Delosperma 'Jewel Of The Desert Garnet'
Delosperma 'Jewel Of The Desert Garnet' is a succulent plant known for its vibrant red and purple miniature flowers. It produces succulent foliage and is ideal for mass planting, providing a striking display when planted en masse. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in full sun, making it a great choice for low-maintenance gardens.
Delosperma 'Jewel Of Desert Topaz'
Delosperma 'Jewel Of Desert Topaz' is a hybrid succulent with butterscotch orange flowers and a white eye. It blooms from early spring to late summer, thriving in drought-tolerant conditions with fleshy green foliage.
Delosperma 'Fire Spinner'
Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' is a vibrant groundcover originating from South Africa's East Cape, known for its bright orange petals that transition to magenta with a central white eye. This maintenance-free plant forms mats of fleshy evergreen foliage and thrives in full sun with excellent drainage. It requires a cold winter to set good flower buds and is primarily pollinated by honeybees. Its ability to attract pollinators and its striking color make it a popular choice for gardeners looking to add a splash of color to their landscape.
Delosperma 'Jewel Of Desert Ruby'
Delosperma 'Jewel Of Desert Ruby' is a small-flowered ice plant known for its ground-hugging patches of fleshy green leaves. It features bicolor flowers that are carmine with a white center, aging to orange. This plant is intolerant of hot summers and is ideal for rock gardens and xeriscaping.
Delosperma dyeri
Delosperma dyeri, an ice plant from South Africa's Eastern Cape, is known for its fleshy green foliage and vibrant coral-red star-shaped flowers. Blooming primarily from April to June, this plant was a 2007 Plant Select winner and thrives in well-drained soils.
Dinteranthus puberulus
Dinteranthus puberulus, originating from Namibia, is a stone plant that requires some water year-round, with more in spring and autumn. It thrives in small pots or as colonies in large, shallow terracotta seed pans, preferring full sun to light shade and a temperature not below 41°F.
Ruschia uncinata 'Doringvygie'
Ruschia uncinata 'Doringvygie' is a drought-tolerant succulent that thrives in ample light, preferably in a south-facing location. It requires porous, well-draining soil and minimal watering, with drought periods between waterings.
Ebracteola wilmaniae
Ebracteola wilmaniae is a succulent with a thick root system that can be progressively raised above the ground, encouraging the growth of more 'heads'. It is easy to grow, requiring regular watering from spring to autumn and reduced watering in winter.
Monilaria obconica 'Bunny Succulent'
Monilaria obconica, known as the 'Bunny Succulent', is a drought-tolerant plant that requires ample light, ideally in a south-facing location. It reproduces in various ways and is known for its unique appearance.
Conophytum burgeri 'Burger's Onion'
Conophytum burgeri 'Burger's Onion' is a unique succulent known for its drought tolerance and ability to reproduce in various ways. It naturally grows in sunny areas and requires ample light to thrive. This plant is an interesting addition to any succulent collection, offering a distinctive appearance and low-maintenance care.
Aloinopsis schooneesii
Aloinopsis schooneesii is a flowering plant in the Aizoaceae family, native to the eastern Cape Provinces of South Africa. It is drought-tolerant and requires ample light, preferably south-facing. This plant thrives in porous, well-draining soil and requires little watering.
Dorotheanthus bellidiformis 'Trailing Red'
This succulent has a trailing growth habit and produces hot pink blooms. It requires bright, indirect light and is great for containers.
Carruanthus peersii
Carruanthus peersii is a popular succulent with a rosette disposition that develops horizontally. Native to South Africa, it blooms with yellow flowers featuring yellowish-orange tips from early spring to late summer. This plant requires well-drained, airy soil and regular watering during its growth period, reducing in winter. It is hardy to light frost and can withstand a variety of lighting conditions, making it a versatile addition to succulent collections.
Pleiospilos compactus ssp. canus
Pleiospilos compactus ssp. canus is a mat-forming succulent native to South Africa, known for its fleshy, pale greyish-green leaves and bright yellow winter flowers. It prefers full sun or light shade and requires little water, going dormant in summer.
Faucaria tigrina 'Variegata'
Faucaria tigrina 'Variegata' is a hardy, drought-tolerant succulent with a unique appearance. It thrives in sunny areas with porous, well-draining soil and requires minimal watering. This plant is ideal for those looking for a low-maintenance addition to their collection, with its ability to withstand dry conditions.
Aloinopsis malherbei
Aloinopsis malherbei, or the giant jewel plant, is a succulent native to South Africa. It features thick tubers and produces yellow flowers from mid-winter to early spring. The plant is known for its tubercles at leaf tips and requires full sun exposure. It is frost-tolerant above 23°F and prefers a porous potting mix for drainage.
Conophytum maughanii 'Red'
Conophytum maughanii 'Red' is a drought-tolerant plant that reproduces in various ways. It requires ample light and is best placed in a south-facing location. This plant is known for its unusual appearance.
Aloinopsis rosulata
Aloinopsis rosulata is a succulent from South Africa, known for its green-gray thick leaves and pale pink flowers with red stripes. This slow-growing plant reaches up to 4 inches in height and thrives in very dry, well-drained soil. It is frost-tolerant down to 10°F and requires plenty of light. Aloinopsis rosulata is typically propagated by offsets or seeds, making it a resilient choice for succulent enthusiasts.
Ruschia indurata
Ruschia indurata is a succulent from South Africa's Karoo region, known for its fleshy green stems and bright purple daisies that bloom in late April and May. It is hardy in rock gardens and adds vibrant color to arid landscapes.
Cheiridopsis denticulata 'Lobster Claws'
Cheiridopsis denticulata, commonly known as 'Lobster Claws,' is a rare and unusual succulent that thrives in sunny, dry environments. It is highly drought-tolerant and can reproduce in various ways, making it a resilient choice for arid gardens. The plant requires porous, well-draining soil and minimal watering, as it is susceptible to water-logging. Its unique appearance and low maintenance needs make it an intriguing addition to succulent collections.
Delosperma 'Beaufort West'
Delosperma 'Beaufort West' is a unique succulent known for its resilience in high alpine environments. This plant forms a tiny, slow-spreading cushion only about 1 inch tall, adorned with light pink flowers that bloom in April. It thrives in dry conditions and is not fond of summer rains or high humidity, making it ideal for xeriscaping. Despite its delicate appearance, it flowers all summer long at the Denver Botanic Garden. This evergreen perennial is also rabbit resistant and attracts butterflies, making it a charming addition to rock gardens and green roofs.
Lithops 'Living Stones'
Lithops, commonly known as 'Living Stones,' are stemless succulents from South Africa that grow almost entirely underground. They have kidney-shaped, succulent leaves with a hard epidermis and produce solitary daisy-like flowers from summer to mid-autumn. These plants require a warm, dry, and sunny environment.
Cheiridopsis pillansii
Cheiridopsis pillansii, also known as Lobster Claws, is a low-growing succulent native to South Africa. It forms clumps up to 20 inches wide and grows about 4 inches tall, with cushion-shaped leaves that range from pale green to purple. This slow-growing plant exhibits summer dormancy and blooms in autumn with cream, yellow, pink, or orange flowers. It thrives in well-drained soil with full to partial sun exposure and is hardy in zones 9A to 11.
Delosperma 'Jewel Of The Desert Moonstone'
Delosperma 'Jewel Of The Desert Moonstone' is a perennial known for its elegant white flowers that bloom from June to September. This plant spreads to cover garden areas with its evergreen foliage, making it ideal for difficult planting spots. It thrives in full sun to part shade and is drought-tolerant, attracting butterflies and other pollinators. Hardy in USDA zones 3 to 8, it serves as a focal point in mass plantings or mixed borders.