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Mesembryanthemum Collection

Mesembryanthemum, also known as the ice plant or fig marigold, is a stunning and diverse genus of flowering plants

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Carpet of mesembryanthemum flowers

Carpet of mesembryanthemum flowers, Pacific Grove, Monterey, California, USA, North America

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Mesembryanthemum from the Aizoaceae family, 1668-1729. Creator: Vincent Laurentz van der Vinne I

Mesembryanthemum from the Aizoaceae family, 1668-1729. Creator: Vincent Laurentz van der Vinne I
Mesembryanthemum from the Aizoaceae family, 1668-1729

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Flowering Mesembryanthemum from the Aizoaceae family, 1668-1729

Flowering Mesembryanthemum from the Aizoaceae family, 1668-1729. Creator: Vincent Laurentz van der Vinne I
Flowering Mesembryanthemum from the Aizoaceae family, 1668-1729

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Flowering Mesembryanthemum, 1668-1729. Creator: Vincent Laurentz van der Vinne I

Flowering Mesembryanthemum, 1668-1729. Creator: Vincent Laurentz van der Vinne I
Flowering Mesembryanthemum, 1668-1729

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Cornucopian shrub, Copianthus indica

Cornucopian shrub, Copianthus indica, Hil. Dec. Tom. 1, Copianthe des Indes. Amaranthus species. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Jean Victor Dupin junior from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Herbier

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Fig marigold species

Fig marigold species
White-leaved fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum albidum, three-coloured, M. tricolor, red-edged, M. rubrocinctum, never-closing fig marigold, M. inclaudens, and glittering fig marigold, M. micans

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Pink vygie or ice plant, Lampranthus blandus

Pink vygie or ice plant, Lampranthus blandus (Mesembryanthemum blandum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, London, 1821

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Delosperma invalidum

Delosperma invalidum (Mesembryanthemum incomptum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, 1828

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Glottiphyllum linguiforme

Glottiphyllum linguiforme (Mesembryanthemum linguaeforme). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, 1828

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Lampranthus glomeratus

Lampranthus glomeratus (Mesembryanthemum glomeratum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, 1825

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Bearded fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum barbatum

Bearded fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum barbatum. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1789

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Aethephyllum pinnatifidum

Aethephyllum pinnatifidum (Jagged-leaved fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum pinnatifidum). Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Two-coloured fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum bicolorum

Two-coloured fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum bicolorum. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Hatchet-leav d fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum dolabriforme

Hatchet-leav d fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum dolabriforme. Handcolured copperplate engraving and botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Golden fig-marigold, Mesembryanthemum aureum

Golden fig-marigold, Mesembryanthemum aureum. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Sansom after an illustration by Sydenham Edwards from William Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1794

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Depressed tongue fig-marigold, Mesembryanthemum depressum

Depressed tongue fig-marigold, Mesembryanthemum depressum. Handcoloured botanical engraving by Weddell from John Sims Curtiss Botanical Magazine, Couchman, London, 1816

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Conophytum minutum

Conophytum minutum (Tiny fig-marigold, Mesembryanthemum minutum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom after an illustration by Sydenham Edwards from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: La Ficode d Afrique or Mesembryanthemum, c. 1776 (hand-coloured engraving)

La Ficode d Afrique or Mesembryanthemum, c. 1776 (hand-coloured engraving)
618093 La Ficode d Afrique or Mesembryanthemum, c.1776 (hand-coloured engraving) by Buchoz, Pierre-Joseph (1731-1807); Private Collection; (add.info.: from Collection Precieuse et Enluminee)

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Mesembryanthemum, Dorotheanthus bellidiformis, Daisy like pink flowers

Mesembryanthemum, Dorotheanthus bellidiformis, Daisy like pink flowers and fleshy leaves of the Livingstone daisy, A small bee in the stamens is covered with pollen

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: La Ficoide d Afrique or Mesembryanthemum, pub. 1776. Creator: Pierre Joseph Buchoz (1731-1807)

La Ficoide d Afrique or Mesembryanthemum, pub. 1776. Creator: Pierre Joseph Buchoz (1731-1807)
La Ficoide d Afrique or Mesembryanthemum, from Collection Precieuse et Enluminee, pub. 1776 (hand coloured engraving). now classified as Lampranthus; Lampranthus Roseus or Mesembryanthemum

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Mesembryanthemum, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon

Mesembryanthemum, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Mesembryanthemum, 20th century. A genus of flowering plants indigenous to southern Africa, it is characterised by long-lasting flower heads which protect their gametes from night-time dews

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Calandrinia, plate 18 from The Ladies Flower Garden, published 1842

Calandrinia, plate 18 from The Ladies Flower Garden, published 1842
BAL11850 Calandrinia, plate 18 from The Ladies Flower Garden, published 1842 (colour litho) by Loudon, Jane (1807-58); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Desert Rose (Trichodiadema sp. ) close-up of flowers, in garden, Germany

Desert Rose (Trichodiadema sp. ) close-up of flowers, in garden, Germany
Desert Rose (Trichodiadema sp.) close-up of flowers, in garden, Germany

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Mesembryanthemum

Mesembryanthemum
Watercolour on paper, late 17th C. by Alida Withoos (c.1660-1715). Held in the Library and Archives

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Purple-eyed fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum tricolor

Purple-eyed fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum tricolor.. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn by John Curtis and engraved by Weddell from Curtiss Botanical Magazine, 1820, Samuel Curtis, Walworth

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Picture No. 10761328

Picture No. 10761328
Bloody Finger - succulent plant of the Namib Desert (Mesembryanthemum cryptanthum) Date:

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Mesembryanthemum (Midday Flowering) Tricolor

Mesembryanthemum (Midday Flowering) Tricolor, a flowering plant of the Aizoaceae family native to southern Africa with daisy-like petals in three different shades of pink

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Shrubby Mesemb - flowering after heavy spring rains Eastern Cape, South Africa

Shrubby Mesemb - flowering after heavy spring rains Eastern Cape, South Africa. Fam:Aizoaceae Genus: Mesembryanthemum
ASW-4179 MESEMBRYANTHEMUM - Shrubby Mesemb, flowering after heavy spring rains south Africa, Eastern Cape Lampranthus sp. Fam: Aizoaceae Genus: Mesembryanthemum Alan J. S

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: The Magic Carpet of mesembryanthemum flowers

The Magic Carpet of mesembryanthemum flowers, Pacific Grove, Monterey, California, United States of America (USA), North America

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Livingstone daisy

Livingstone daisy, (Mesembryanthemum), Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageMesembryanthemum Collection: Mesembryanthemums in pots

Mesembryanthemums in pots, Pakistan, Asia


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Mesembryanthemum, also known as the ice plant or fig marigold, is a stunning and diverse genus of flowering plants. With its vibrant colors and unique characteristics, it creates a mesmerizing carpet of flowers wherever it grows. One remarkable species within this genus is Copianthus indica, commonly referred to as the cornucopian shrub. Its blossoms resemble tiny horns overflowing with beauty and grace. Another captivating member is Lampranthus blandus, also called pink vygie or ice plant. Its delicate petals glisten like frozen crystals in the sunlight. Delosperma invalidum showcases its resilience through its name itself - an invalid no more. Glottiphyllum linguiforme boasts leaves shaped like tongues that seem to whisper secrets from nature's own language. Meanwhile, Lampranthus glomeratus forms clusters of radiant blooms that beckon bees and butterflies alike. The bearded fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum barbatum, flaunts fuzzy appendages on its petals that add a touch of whimsy to any garden. Aethephyllum pinnatifidum displays intricate patterns on its foliage that resemble works of art created by Mother Nature herself. Mesembryanthemum bicolorum enchants with two-toned flowers that blend harmoniously together in perfect symmetry. The hatchet-leaved fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum dolabriforme, stands out with its distinctively-shaped leaves resembling small axes ready for adventure. Finally, we have the golden fig-marigold - Mesembryanthemum aureum - which radiates warmth and sunshine wherever it grows. Its brilliant yellow blossoms bring joy to all who behold them, and are truly extraordinary plants with their vast array of colors and shapes. Whether they form carpets or stand alone as individual beauties in gardens worldwide, these fig marigolds never fail to captivate and inspire.