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synonyms | Lampranthus caulescens |
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height | 8–12 |
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width | 3–6 |
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tolerates | Coast, Cool Summers, Drought, Fog, Pots, Salt, Wind |
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water needs |
Low |
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water info |
Being from coastal South Africa this plant is super tough in California and may not needing any water after a couple years if it is grown in marine layer influence areas. It likes more water during winter and less during summer. This succulent likes to be fully saturated and then go totally dry before the next watering; you risk rotting the roots if you water while there is significant moisture in the soil. Keep an eye on the leaves, if they begin to shrivel the plant is ready for water. If the plant is in a small pot it will be heavy when well watered and lighter when it’s ready for a drink. Remember your watering schedule will depend on the size of the pot (smaller pots needing more frequent watering) and environmental factors such as the season, weather, humidity and exposure. Don’t leave succulents in standing water, such as a saucer, for more than a day. |
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hardy to |
22F |
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exposure | Part Shade – Full Sun |
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indoor outdoor |
Outdoor |
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drainage | In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil |
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fertilizing | All Purpose, Low Needs |
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origin | SW South Africa |
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california native |
No |
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sunset zones |
8, 9, 12–23 |
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.
