Gibbaeum album

shark’s mouth
This bulbous plant related to living stones can make a sparkling outsize white or pink flower after a rain shower, betraying its camouflage amid a pebbly habitat. Keep dry in summer.
height 1–2in
width 4–6in
tolerates Drought, Pots
water
needs
Low
water
info
Best kept dry in summer. Sparse water in winter will enhance growth, but protect from persistent cold, wet conditions. Excellent drainage required.
hardy
to
20F
exposure Part Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor
Outdoor
drainage In Pots: Cactus Mix, Requires Perfect Drainage
fertilizing Low Needs
origin NW South Africa
california
native
No
sunset
zones
8, 9, 13, 16–24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

OUTDOOR EXPOSURE GUIDE

Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.

Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams, but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.

Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.

SUNSET ZONES MAP

Growing Notes

Best cultivated in pots to allow protection from excess moisture.