Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
nelii
ID:
1294517

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schwantes

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
in Gartenflora 77: 85. 1928.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293855

Common Names

  • Rhombophyllum nelii
  • Nel's Rhombophyllum
  • Nel's Ice Plant

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Description

Rhombophyllum nelii (also called Nel's Rhombophyllum, among many other common names) is a succulent plant with a rosette of leaves that are triangular in shape and have a reddish-brown color. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky areas of the Eastern Cape province. It is a drought-tolerant plant that thrives in well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Rhombophyllum nelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rock gardens. It is also used in containers and as a border plant. It is drought tolerant and can be used in areas with poor soils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhombophyllum nelii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, rhomboid-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhombophyllum nelii is a low-growing, succulent perennial that is native to the western and southern Cape Provinces of South Africa. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants in the late spring or early summer. Allow the cuttings to dry out for a few days before planting them in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Water the cuttings regularly until they are established. The plant will flower in the summer months.

Where to Find Rhombophyllum nelii

Rhombophyllum nelii can be found in South Africa.

Rhombophyllum nelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhombophyllum nelii?

Rhombophyllum nelii

What is the common name of Rhombophyllum nelii?

Nel's Rhombophyllum

Where is Rhombophyllum nelii native to?

South Africa

Species in the Aizoaceae family