This genus comprises bushy, perennial succulents that originate from South Africa. They feature short, narrow, fleshy leaves that are slightly hairy and sticky. The plants produce vibrant, daisy-like blooms that rise above the foliage, showcasing a range of colors including red, orange, pink, purple, and yellow.

Drosanthemum bellum

Drosanthemum bicolor

Drosanthemum candens

Drosanthemum eburneum

Drosanthemum flammeum

Drosanthemum floribundum is an evergreen, spreading shrub that creates a dense mat of succulent leaves, reaching heights of about 15 cm and expanding to widths of up to 1.5 m. Its cylindrical, fleshy leaves are light green, measuring up to 1.5 cm in length, and are adorned with short, white bristles. From late spring through early summer, the plant displays numerous pale purple-pink flowers, each measuring up to 2.5 cm across.

Drosanthemum floribundum

Drosanthemum hispidum is a robust succulent shrub characterized by its upright and laterally spreading branches, which can take root as they extend. The leaves are diminutive, fleshy, and exhibit a pale to reddish-green hue, often with a silvery luster. In the summer months, the plant produces daisy-like flowers that are a rich purplish-pink.