Taxon

Gibbaeum pilosulum

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Common name: Ou-man-se-kop, Volstruistone, Ostrich toes
Family: Aizoaceae (Vygie)
Distribution: South of Touwsberg in the Western Cape
Habitat: Little Karoo Quartz Vygieveld, Western Little Karoo
National red list: Vulnerable
Life form: Succulent plant
Comments: The Afrikaans common name "ou-man-se-kop" refers to the soft and fleshy leaves that are covered in long white hairs. The flowers are solitary and are bright pink.
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Locations

  • 1: Arid House 1 • Accession: 2015-320/1 • Provenance: Horticultural
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