Antimima lawsonii (L.Bolus) H.E.K.Hartmann

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OVERVIEW

Antimima lawsonii (L.Bolus) H.E.K.Hartmann is a succulent plant that belongs to the family Aizoaceae. It is also commonly known as "Red Carpet" due to its low, spread-out growth and the red coloration of its leaves.

ORIGIN

The plant is native to South Africa, particularly in the Cape Province, where it thrives in the rocky, sandy soil of the region.

APPEARANCE

The Antimima lawsonii plant has thick, fleshy leaves that are typically greenish-grey or reddish-brown in color. The leaves are arranged in a rosette pattern, and they grow close to the ground, forming a dense mat. The leaves show a red coloration that deepens with exposure to bright sunlight. The plant produces small, bright yellow flowers that appear on long stems in the summer months.

USES

The Antimima lawsonii plant is often used as a ground cover in gardens, rock gardens, and landscapes due to its dense, low growth and colorful leaves. It is also suited as an indoor plant in small pots or containers. The plant requires minimal care; it can survive in harsh, hot, and dry conditions and only requires occasional watering. The plant is suitable for planting in USDA zones 9 to 11.

 

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Synonyms

• Mesembryanthemum lawsonii L.Bolus [unknown]
• Ruschia lawsonii (L.Bolus) L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Antimima lawsonii (also called Lawson's Antimima, among many other common names) is a small, succulent shrub that grows up to 50 cm tall. It is native to the Western Cape of South Africa, where it is found in dry mountain slopes and rocky outcrops. It has small, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Antimima lawsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil and reduce erosion. The plant has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin irritations, wounds, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antimima lawsonii is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.
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