Botanical Name: Common Names:
Carpobrotus rossii Native Pigface, Karkalla,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Groundcovers, Succulents & Cacti Prostrate
Description:
Prostrate native succulent perennial with thick leaves. Beautiful purple daisy like flowers with white centres in Summer. Great for coastal conditions - high salt tolerance good for erosion control. This plant hugs the ground as it roots from each node. Edible flowers and leaves. Gaining popularity in public spaces. Spreads up to 2m wide.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
<15cm 1-2m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Loam, Sandy
Landscape Use(s)
Borders / Shrubbery, Bush Tucker, Coastal Garden, Formal Garden, Groundcover, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Rockery, Tropical Garden, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes: Easy care plant. Low water usage, prune when necessary and feed with an annual low phosphorus slow release fertiliser.
Plant Care
Low phosphorus slow release fertiliser
Family Name: Origin:
Aizoaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Pink, Purple
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Autumn, Spring, Summer
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Fast
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: Moderate
Wind: High
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