Drosanthemum sp.
Family: Aizoaceae · Type: Perennial · Not Native
Drosanthemum sp. is a non-native California perennial in the Aizoaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Delosperma: Drosanthemum has equal sepals and thread-like stigmas; Delosperma has unequal sepals and awl-shaped stigmas.; vs Carpobrotus: Drosanthemum has small flowers and dry capsules; Carpobrotus has huge flowers and fleshy fig-fruits.; vs Disphyma: Drosanthemum has thread-like stigmas and dry capsules; Disphyma has club-shaped stigmas and fleshy fruits.; vs Dimorphotheca: Drosanthemum has many thin petals and succulent leaves; Dimorphotheca has broad ray flowers and thin leaves.; vs Lampranthus: Very similar; Drosanthemum has 4-6 chambers; Lampranthus typically has more (requires flower dissection).
Frequently asked questions
Is Drosanthemum sp. native to California?
No. Drosanthemum sp. is not native to California (recorded as not native).
What plant family does Drosanthemum sp. belong to?
Drosanthemum sp. is in the Aizoaceae family, genus Drosanthemum.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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