Aloinopsis cibdela (N.E.Br.) Schwantes
Little Karoo aloinopsis
Species originally described by Nicholas Edward Brown and later transferred to the genus Aloinopsis by Georg Schwantes. Endemic to the Little Karoo, the semi-arid inland basin of the Western Cape. The leaves are longer than in other Aloinopsis in the group, giving it a more robust and striking appearance. The diurnal flowers, intensely yellow with reddish or orange lines in the centre, are among the most showy in the genus.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Aizoaceae |
| Genus | Aloinopsis |
| Growth Habit | Robust rosette, winter-growing geophyte |
| Conservation Status | Data Deficient; endemic to the Little Karoo |
| pH Target | 6.5–7.5 |
| Type | Coarse sand and crushed quartzite, neutral pH, no organic matter |
Origin & Habitat
Morphology
Oblanceolate to spatulate, 3–7 cm long; grey-green with irregular white tubercles; margins with small cartilaginous teeth.
ecoIntense yellow with reddish or orange central lines; 3–5 cm diameter; numerous slender petals; diurnal.
ecoLarge, fleshy taproot; can reach 8–12 cm in length and 3–4 cm in diameter in adult plants.
eco6–12 cm diameter; more robust than other species in the genus; relatively long leaves for Aloinopsis.
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Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Coarse sand and crushed quartzite, neutral pH, no organic matter
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Propagation Strategy
- 1 Sow in autumn in equal parts mineral sand and perlite.
- 2 Germination temperature: 14–20 °C.
- 3 Water by capillary action; do not wet foliage.
- 4 Individualize seedlings at 3–4 months.
T
S
Every 2–3 years at the start of autumn
Once in winter with very diluted mineral fertiliser (NPK low in nitrogen).
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
No toxicity data; considered non-toxic.
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"The Little Karoo is one of the regions with the highest concentration of endemic geophytic succulents on the planet. The combination of dry calcareous soils, cool winters and very hot dry summers has driven convergent evolution in multiple lineages of taprooted geophytes."
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