Family: Aizoaceae
(ay-zoh-AY-see-ee) Genus: Carpobrotus (kar-poh-BROH-tus) Species: virescens (veer-ES-enz) Synonym:Carpobrotus abbreviatus Synonym:Mesembryanthemum abbreviatum Synonym:Mesembryanthemum edule var. virescens Synonym:Mesembryanthemum virescens
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Category Alpines and Rock GardensEdible Fruits and Nuts Groundcovers Perennials Cactus and Succulents Water Requirements Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscapingAverage Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater Sun Exposure Full SunFoliage Grown for foliageEvergreen Provides Winter Interest This plant is fire-retardant Unknown Foliage Color UnknownHeight 6-12 in. (15-30 cm)Spacing 6-9 in. (15-22 cm)Hardiness USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F) USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F) USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F) |
Where to Grow Can be grown as an annualDanger UnknownBloom Color PinkMagenta (pink-purple) Bloom Characteristics UnknownBloom Size UnknownBloom Time UnknownOther details UnknownSoil pH requirements UnknownPatent Information UnknownPropagation Methods By dividing the rootballBy dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets) From herbaceous stem cuttings By simple layering Seed Collecting Unknown |