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Definition of delosperma
delosperma
/ˌdiːloʊˈspɜːrmə/
de · lo · sper · ma
Plural:delospermas
delosperma Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
13
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
Syllables
4
• noun
1
Any low-growing succulent flowering plant of the genus Delosperma (family Aizoaceae), native to southern and eastern Africa and commonly known as hardy ice plant, cultivated as an ornamental groundcover for its fleshy leaves and vibrant, daisy-like flowers in shades of magenta, pink, yellow, orange, or white.
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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Delosperma. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/delosperma