Oscularia (Lampranthus) caulescens

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Succulent groundcover produces pink ray flowers in spring. Cascades. Leaves are gray polygons contrasting with deep-pink stems.
synonyms Lampranthus caulescens
height 8–12
width 3–6
tolerates Coast, Cool Summers, Drought, Fog, Pots, Salt, Wind
water
needs
Low
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.
hardy
to
22F
exposure Part Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor
Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil
fertilizing All Purpose, Low Needs
origin SW South Africa
california
native
No
sunset
zones
8, 9, 12–23

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

This plant will grown in some shade, but stretches out. It looks best in a full day of sun where it grows into a dense mound. Will show some summer stress if water is withheld inland, with the leaves having reddish hues.
Easily pruned to shape and the cuttings are easily propagated.