About
A low-growing succulent forming rosettes of 2 pairs of thick, tongue-shaped, grey-green leaves. In autumn yellow flowers to 4cm across are produced.
About the genus
Glottiphyllum are a genus of around 57 species of rhizomatous subtropical succulents, grown in rocks and free-draining soil. They have thick, soft leaves arranged in pairs and yellow, sometimes fragrant, flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeCactus Succulent
HabitClump forming
FoliageEvergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesHouseplants, Patio and container plants
Native toS. Africa
Care notes
CultivationGrow in cactus compost in full light. Water sparingly in spring and autumn, scarcely in summer, and keep almost completely dry in winter. Apply a half-strength low-nitrogen feed once in spring. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further advice
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by sowing seed in spring or by taking stem cuttings in late summer
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to mealybugs
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free