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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Requires full sun for optimal blooming; tolerates partial shade but may produce fewer flowers
Watering
Water deeply only when the entire soil profile is completely dry; avoid standing water to prevent root rot
Temperature
Thrives in warm, arid conditions; tolerates light frost down to 5°C but cannot survive prolonged freezing temperatures
Characteristics
- Leaf: Pairs of triangular, fleshy, grey-green leaves fused at the base, forming compact, pebble-like rosettes
- Flower: Daisy-like white to pale pink blooms with yellow centers, opening only in full sunlight
- Stem: Short, trailing stems that root at nodes to form dense, spreading mats
Care Guide
Watering
Water when top 5cm of soil is fully dry; ensure excess water drains completely
Fertilization
Diluted low-nitrogen succulent fertilizer once monthly. Use phosphorus-rich fertilizer to support flower production
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to add calcium without risking root burnPruning
- Trim dead or withered leaves at the base to maintain a tidy appearance
- Pinch back overgrown trailing stems to encourage compact, dense growth
- Remove spent flower heads to redirect plant energy to foliage development
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No recorded toxicity to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects on humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental groundcover for rock gardens, xeriscapes, and container edges; drought-tolerant landscape plant
