Carpobrotus Edulis, Ice Plant (small)

Max Height: 20cm Spread: 40cm

Origin: S. Africa Common Name: Ice Plant

Flower Colour: Pink Drought Tolerance: Medium

Salinity Tolerance: Medium Sun Tolerance: Medium

Wind Tolerance: High Water Requirement: Medium

PH Level: Basic Pest Tolerance: High

Disease Tolerance: High Growth Rate: Medium Fragrance: No 

 

10 -15cm

Carpobrotus edulis is a low-growing, evergreen, succulent perennial plant producing branching stems that can be up to 3 meters long. The plant forms a dense carpet of growth about 20cm tall that completely covers the soil.

The plant is sometimes harvested from the wild for its medicinal uses and edible fruit, whilst it is also cultivated both as an ornamental and for its ability to stabilize sandy soils.

Pictures are for demonstration purpose, plant may not contain flower.

Groundcovers, ice plant, Outdoor Plants