Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cmTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0–0.1 metreGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Grey Silver | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green Grey Silver | |||
| Autumn | Yellow | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Winter | Green Grey Silver |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Aizoaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Glottiphyllum are a genus of around 57 species of rhizomatous subtropical succulents, grown in rocks and free-draining soil. They have thick, soft leaves arranged in pairs and yellow, sometimes fragrant, flowers
- Name status
Unresolved
- Plant range
- S. Africa
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in cactus compost in full light. Water sparingly in spring and autumn, scarcely in summer, and keep almost completely dry in winter. Apply a half-strength low-nitrogen feed once in spring. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by sowing seed in spring or by taking stem cuttings in late summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Houseplants
- Patio and container plants
- Low Maintenance
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to mealybugs
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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