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Carpobrotus glaucescens Variegata

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Botanical Name: Common Names:
Carpobrotus glaucescens Variegata Variegated Pigface, Angular Sea Fig, Ice Plant,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Groundcovers, Succulents & Cacti Dense, Prostrate, Spreading

Description:
Tough, native, creeping succulent with trailing stems that root at each node along the stem. Triangular shaped, fleshy, smooth variegated leaves quickly form a dense groundcover. Pink daisy-like flowers are produced in spring and summer. These then turn to pretty, edible red berry fruit. This attractive groundcover is very salt tolerance and great for binding coastal wind erosion. Ideal fo ruse in gardens with coastal exposure, rockeries and low maintenance landscapes.

Mature Height: Mature Width:
15-30cm 1-2m

Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Sandy, Well Drained

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