Aloinopsis wilmaniae L.Bolus
Wilman's Aloinopsis
Endemic species from the surroundings of Williston, in the Central Karoo, South Africa. Described by Louisa Bolus, it honours Maria Wilman, geologist and director of the McGregor Museum in Kimberley. Forms rosettes of grey-green to blue-grey leaves with evenly distributed whitish tubercles. Flowers are yellow to cream-yellow with soft median lines. It is one of the least cultivated species in the genus due to its scarcity in collections.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Aizoaceae |
| Genus | Aloinopsis |
| Growth Habit | Stemless rosette; winter-growing geophyte |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern |
| pH Target | 6.0–7.5 |
| Type | Central Karoo quartzitic stony, very low in nutrients |
Origin & Habitat
Morphology
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Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Central Karoo quartzitic stony, very low in nutrients
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Propagation Strategy
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Every 3 years in autumn.
One minimal application of low-nitrogen fertilizer at the start of winter.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
No known toxicity.
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"Maria Wilman (1867–1957) was a pioneer of South African botany and geology, director of the McGregor Museum in Kimberley. Louisa Bolus honoured her with this species from the Central Karoo, a region near Kimberley."
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