Malephora crocea
Coppery Mesemb, Crocea Iceplant
Also known as: Crocanthus croceus (Jacq.) L.Bolus +3 more
- Crocanthus croceus (Jacq.) L.Bolus
- Hymenocyclus croceus (Jacq.) Schwantes
- Malephora crocea var. crocea
- Mesembryanthemum croceum Jacq.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Aizoaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a succulent subshrub.
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Indigenous to Africa, Malephora crocea (commonly known as Coppery Mesemb or Crocea Iceplant) is a succulent shrub belonging to the Aizoaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Succulent
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Cape Provinces
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Ascension, California, Canary Is., France, Madeira, Mexico Northwest, Sicilia, South Australia, St.Helena, Tunisia