Overview
Malephora crassa is a plant with a low-growing, spreading habit in the genus Malephora, part of the Aizoaceae family, with succulent, fleshy leaves foliage. Malephora crassa grows best in full sun, and tolerates sand soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include ground cover, rock gardens and coastal planting.
About
Malephora crassa is a low-growing, spreading succulent from the Aizoaceae family. It features fleshy leaves and thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, exposed position. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained sandy soil with neutral pH and low moisture. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for ground cover, rock gardens, and coastal planting. Malephora crassa is best appreciated in spring and summer and can be propagated by seed or cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Malephora
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sand
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Low
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Malephora crassa size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Low-growing, spreading
- Foliage
- Succulent, fleshy leaves
- Suggested uses
- Ground cover, rock gardens, coastal planting
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Malephora crassa
- Propagation
- Seed, cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Mealybugs, scale insects, spider mites
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildew, root rot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Malephora crassa?
Malephora crassa prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Malephora crassa need?
Malephora crassa grows best in sand soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays low.
Is Malephora crassa hardy in the UK?
Malephora crassa has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Malephora crassa?
Seed, cuttings.