Mesembs Collection

Picture No. 10891454
Mesembs / Vygies in flower after spring rains (Mesembryanthemaceae) Date:

Picture No. 10891453
Mesembs / Vygies in flower after spring rains (Mesembryanthemaceae) Date:

The desert in flower in Namaqualand: Quiver tree Aloe dichotoma, orange daisies Tripteris hyoseroides
ROG-13742 Quiver tree, Orange Daisies (Tripteris hyoseroides) and Pink Mesembs (Drosanthemum hispidum) Goegap Reserve, Namaqualand

Wildflowers in the Namaqualand desert with Tripteris hyoseroides and pink Mesembs (Drosanthemum hispidum). Photographed in Goegap reserve, South Africa

Desert mesemb, Goslings (Conicosia elongata) in the Namaqua desert, South Africa
ROG-13025 Desert mesemb, Goslings - in the Namaqua desert South Africa Conicosia elongata Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

A Namaqualand mesemb, Cheiridopsis denticulata. South Africa
ROG-13037 A Namaqualand mesemb South Africa Cheiridopsis denticulata Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Shrubby Mesemb Flower -close up of closed flower. Commonly cultivated, especially as rockery plants; drought resistant
ASW-4526 Shrubby Mesemb Flower -close up of closed flower Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa Lampranthus sp. Commonly cultivated, especially as rockery plants; drought resistant

Shrubby Mesemb flowers - commonly cultivated, especially as rockery plants; drought resistant
ASW-4524 Shrubby Mesemb flowers Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa Lampranthus sp. Commonly cultivated, especially as rockery plants; drought resistant

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

Mesembs - various species flowering after good rains. Helspoort, nr Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
ASW-4520 Mesembs - various species flowering after good rains Helspoort, nr Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa Aizoaceae Alan J. S

Shrubby Mesemb flower - close up. Commonly cultivated, especially as rockery plants; drought resistant
ASW-4523 Shrubby Mesemb flower - close up Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa Lampranthus sp. Commonly cultivated, especially as rockery plants; drought resistant

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Mesembs, also known as desert mesembs or shrubby mesemb flowers, are a stunning sight in the Namaqualand desert of South Africa. Picture No. 10891454 and Picture No. 10891453 capture the beauty of this arid landscape transformed into a vibrant sea of colors. In these pictures, we can see the magnificent Quiver tree Aloe dichotoma standing tall amidst orange daisies Tripteris hyoseroides and pink mesembs Drosanthemum hispidum at Goegap reserve. The combination of these different species creates a breathtaking display that is unique to this region. The Namaqualand desert comes alive with wildflowers during spring or early summer after good rains, as shown in the other images mentioned, and is truly remarkable how these resilient plants bloom against all odds in such harsh conditions. One particular species highlighted is the Goslings (Conicosia elongata), a desert mesemb found in the Namaqua desert. Its delicate yellow flowers add an enchanting touch to this already mesmerizing landscape. Another fascinating example is the Cheiridopsis denticulata, commonly known as a Namaqualand mesemb. This plant showcases its intricate petals up close, revealing nature's intricate design. Shrubby Mesemb flowers are widely cultivated for their ability to thrive in drought-prone areas like rockeries along southern and western coasts of South Africa and extending into southern Namibia. Their resilience and beauty make them popular choices for gardeners seeking low-maintenance yet striking blooms.