Botanical Name: Common Names:
Aptenia cordifolia Baby Sunrose, Heartleaf Iceplant, Succulent,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Groundcovers, Succulents & Cacti Mat Forming
Description:
Perennial evergreen herb that hugs the ground with it's thick succulent stems and heart-shaped, glossy dark green leaves. Pink or purple daisy like flowers bloom all year and open in the sun. Great for hanging baskets. This plant is regarded as an environmental weed in Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia and Western Australia.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
<15cm 30-60cm
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Courtyard, Erosion Control, Groundcover, Habitat, Lawn Alternatives, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Rockery, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes: Tough and low maintenance. Will benefit for an application of diluted liquid fertiliers. Tolerates salt. Again, beware of weed potential in some states.
Plant Care
Liquid feed
Family Name: Origin:
Aizoaceae Africa
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Pink, Purple
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: All Year
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: High
Wind: High
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