About
Othonna carnosa is a fleshy-leaved succulent from South Africa producing the characteristic glaucous, cylindrical leaves and yellow, daisy-like flowers of the genus. A rewarding succulent for a sunny, well-drained, frost-free position.
About the genus
Othonna are succulent perennials and shrublets from southern Africa with fleshy, often cylindrical or glaucous leaves and yellow, daisy-like flowers. Easy-care plants for sunny, very well-drained, frost-free positions.
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.