Details of genus: Leipoldtia [2472]
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Family: Aizoaceae
family_ja: ハマミズナ
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description_en: Genus of about 20 species of erect or prostrate, shrubby, perennial succulents from periodically very dry areas of Namibia and South Africa. Leaves are opposite, often laterally compressed, thicker than wide, and often marked with raised spots. Daisy-like, pink or reddish purple flowers are borne singly or in cymes of 2-5 in summer, followed by ovoid green capsules with rough, papillose seeds. In frost-prone areas, they are best grown in a bowl garden or a warm greenhouse. In frost-free climates, they are effective in a desert garden.
hardiness_en: Frost tender.
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propagation_en: Sow seed at 19-24°C (66-75°F) in spring, or take cuttings of stem sections in late spring.
pests_en: Vulnerable to greenfly and other aphids while flowering.
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Update Information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:41
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| System | Accepted? | Scientific name | Japanese name | Infra-familial classification | # species | |
| APG4 | Aizoaceae | ハマミズナ科 | Show | |||
| PB2 | Aizoaceae | ハマミズナ科 | Show | |||
| PB3 | Aizoaceae | ハマミズナ科 | Show |