About
This tiny succulent forming dense mats of fleshy, warty, club-shaped leaves to 1cm tall. In summer it produces starry, white flowers to 1.5cm across; these open in the evening and are perfumed.
About the genus
A genus of flowering succulents, coral-like and with spindly, star-shaped flowers. Native to South Africa, they are found naturally in low-lying, dry areas such as cracks and crevices where little water collects.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeHouseplants, Cactus Succulent
HabitMatforming
FoliageEvergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesHouseplants
Native toSouth Africa
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationGrow in standard cactus compost in full sun with good ventilation. Water moderately when in growth and apply a specialist liquid cacti feed monthly; keep almost completely dry at other times. Avoid wetting the foliage. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by separating offsets in spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to mealybugs
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to root rots if overwatered