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Definition of delosperma

delosperma

/ˌdiːloʊˈspɜːrmə/
de · lo · sper · ma
Plural:delospermas
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delosperma Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Any succulent plant of the genus Delosperma in the family Aizoaceae, native primarily to southern and eastern Africa, characterized by fleshy leaves and bright, daisy-like flowers and commonly cultivated as drought-tolerant groundcover under the name ice plant.

Example

"We planted a vibrant purple delosperma in the rock garden because of its excellent drought tolerance and sprawling habit."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in Modern Latin from the Greek words 'dēlos' (visible or evident) and 'sperma' (seed), referring to the exposed seeds inside the open capsules of the plant.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Delosperma. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/delosperma
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