Plants in family aizoaceae
Oscularia deltoides 'Pink Ice Plant'
Oscularia deltoides, commonly known as the Pink Ice Plant, is a drought-tolerant succulent that naturally grows in sunny areas. It requires porous, well-draining soil and minimal watering, thriving with drought periods between waterings. This plant reproduces in numerous ways and is well-suited for xeriscaping. Its ability to withstand dry conditions makes it an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens. The Pink Ice Plant's unique appearance and resilience make it a popular choice for gardeners seeking hardy, attractive succulents.
Delosperma 'Gold Nugget'
Delosperma 'Gold Nugget' is a South African ice plant discovered in the Drakensberg Mountains. It features small green succulent leaves that turn red in winter and bright yellow daisies in spring. This plant forms a 2-3 foot wide mat, making it a perfect groundcover for sunny sites.
Lithops salicola
Lithops salicola is a unique perennial plant that resembles small, round grey pebbles. It features two coupled leaves with a fissure from which tiny white flowers emerge. This plant is native to South Africa, thriving in well-drained soil or rock crevices, and is often used as a houseplant or in landscaping. It grows to a modest height of about 0.8 inches and is known for its tolerance to occasional watering mistakes. Lithops salicola has been recognized with the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit, highlighting its appeal and resilience.
Delosperma 'Kelaidis'
Delosperma 'Kelaidis' is a hybrid succulent forming a flat, 3-foot-wide mass of long, narrow leaves. It produces salmon-pink flowers from April until the summer heat, making it ideal for rock gardens. This plant prefers hot, well-drained sites.
Pleiospilos simulans
Pleiospilos simulans, endemic to South Africa's Eastern Cape, is a critically endangered succulent with triangular leaves resembling a serpent's open jaws. It produces orange or yellow flowers and requires minimal watering. This slow-growing plant thrives in full sun to light shade and is propagated by seeds.
Glottiphyllum suave
Glottiphyllum suave is a succulent native to South Africa, known for its yellow daisy-like flowers and touchable seed pods. It grows in sunny, dry rock crevices and requires minimal water, making it ideal for xeriscaping. This plant thrives in well-drained soil and can tolerate temperatures down to 19°F in dry conditions.
Delosperma 'Mountain Dew'
Delosperma 'Mountain Dew' is a succulent groundcover that forms a tight, low-growing patch with small green leaves. It produces large, clear-yellow flowers with a white central eye, blooming from mid-March for several months. This plant is highly tolerant of heat and humidity, making it an excellent choice for sunny, dry areas or rock gardens.
Aloinopsis rubrolineata
Aloinopsis rubrolineata is a clumping bamboo that can grow up to 12 feet tall, known for its large foliage and bright orange leaf sheaths. It was imported to Holland in 1997 and fares well in hot, humid climates. New shoots may appear blue or purple in cooler climates, adding a unique visual interest to gardens.
Lithops olivacea
Lithops olivacea, a member of the Aizoaceae family, is a unique succulent with bulbous leaves that grow in pairs. It is known for its camouflage abilities and yellow flowers with a white center.
Delosperma 'Jewel Of The Desert Rose'
Delosperma 'Jewel Of The Desert Rose' is a vigorous-growing, evergreen succulent with lilac daisy-like flowers that bloom from late spring to the first frost. This drought-resistant plant thrives in full sun and dry, well-drained soils, making it ideal for rock gardens, banks, slopes, or containers. Its compact growth habit, reaching 4 to 6 inches tall and spreading 8 to 10 inches wide, makes it a perfect choice for adding color and texture to sunny garden spots.
Delosperma carterae 'Carlile Pink'
Delosperma carterae 'Carlile Pink' is a ground-hugging succulent with fleshy green, pointed leaves and 1-inch pinkish-lavender flowers that bloom from late May. Known for its exceptional winter hardiness, this plant requires good drainage and is ideal for rock gardens and xeriscaping. It attracts butterflies and is resistant to rabbits, making it a low-maintenance choice for sunny locations.
Delosperma sphalmanthoides
Delosperma sphalmanthoides is an evergreen succulent native to South Africa, forming a mat-shaped growth about 1 inch tall. It spreads quickly and produces magenta flowers in early spring. This plant requires frequent watering and a soil mix with extra pumice and perlite, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings.
Delosperma 'Lavender Ice'
Delosperma 'Lavender Ice' is a succulent with green foliage, growing 2 inches tall and spreading 3 feet wide. It produces light lavender flowers with a lavender-purple eye zone, selected by Colorado's Plant Select Program in 2009.
Cheiridopsis namaquensis
Cheiridopsis namaquensis is a winter-growing succulent with bright yellow flowers up to 1.5 inches in diameter. It requires good drainage and minimal watering in summer, with more water in autumn and spring. This plant is hardy to 23°F and prefers bright sunny or light shade exposure.