About
A compact, cushion-forming, evergreen perennial from Turkey with small, rigid, densely packed, needle-like leaves and short, erect spikes of small, deep pink, funnel-shaped flowers in early summer. A choice alpine prickly thrift for a very sunny, very well-drained rock garden or alpine house.
About the genus
Echidnopsis is a genus of succulent perennials with angular, leafless stems. The unusual, often star-shaped flowers, sometimes with an unpleasant scent, are borne along the stems and attract pollinating flies
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.