About
Pleiospilos purpusii is a compact, stemless succulent producing very fleshy, grey-green leaves united at the base and large, yellow or orange, daisy-like flowers in late summer and autumn. A charming and easy-care succulent for a sunny windowsill or greenhouse bench.
About the genus
Pleiospilos, the split rocks or living rocks, are compact, stemless succulents with one or two pairs of very fleshy, grey-green leaves united at the base and large, yellow or orange, daisy-like flowers, sometimes coconut-scented, in late summer and autumn.
Plant details
Suggested usesContainers, rock gardens, dry gardens.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in gritty compost. Full sun.
PruningMinimal pruning. Remove dead leaves.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.