About
Rupicapnos africana, the African rupicapnos, is an ornamental annual or perennial in the poppy family (Papaveraceae) producing finely divided foliage and small, tubular flowers. A rewarding and attractive plant for a sunny, very well-drained rock garden or alpine house.
About the genus
Rupicapnos are annuals and perennials in the poppy family (Papaveraceae) from North Africa, producing finely divided foliage and small, tubular flowers. Grown in sunny, very well-drained rock gardens and alpine houses.
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.