Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa

Common name: lampranthus

Family: Aizoaceae (Vygie)

Distribution: Northern Cape, Western Cape

Habitat: Seasonally wet acidic sandy soils

IUCN Red list: Not evaluated

National red list: Vulnerable

Life form: Succulent plant

Usage: Horticultural

Comments: This species is appreciated horticulturally for its bright flowers and is relatively easy to grow. Originating from the Northern Cape and Western Cape, L. glaucus is currently found in scattered localities between these two provinces, as it continues to face threats from urbanization, agriculture, invasive species, poor land management, and environmental changes.