Malephora purpureocrocea
The story
In the Maltese islands, far from its native South African home, Malephora purpureocrocea has found a surprising second life. It has become the second most successful naturalized species of its family in Maltese natural habitats. One particularly massive, thriving population has claimed a space measuring 100 by 50 meters in the Cumnija area of Mellieha, situated right near the local sewage treatment plant.
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- Family
- Aizoaceae
How to use it
Carmine Fingerfig is known for its ornamental value, making it a delightful addition to gardens and landscapes. Its vibrant flowers attract pollinators, contributing positively to local ecosystems. Additionally, it has shown success in naturalizing in various habitats, indicating its potential for ecological restoration projects.
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About
Malephora purpureocrocea is a species of plant in the family Aizoaceae (stone plants), native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa. It differs from Malephora crocea by a purplish colour at the lower surface of the petals (reddish in M. crocea). Closely related to Malephora crocea which has a reddish colour at the lower surface of the petals in contrast to a violet-purple one in M. purpureocrocea. Some authors considered the two species as varieties or...
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Malephora purpureocrocea
- Slug
- malephora-purpureocrocea
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Aizoaceae
- Genus
- Malephora
- Species
- purpureocrocea
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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