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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Requires full sun for optimal flowering; tolerates partial sun but will produce fewer blooms in shaded conditions
Watering
Allow soil to fully dry between waterings; overwatering can cause root rot and stem collapse
Temperature
Thrives in warm, arid conditions; protect from frost below 5°C to prevent leaf damage
Characteristics
- Leaf: Triangular, fleshy, gray-green, arranged in opposite pairs along trailing stems
- Flower: Daisy-like, bright magenta/pink, opening in full sun and closing at night
- Stem: Trailing, succulent, rooting at nodes to form dense, spreading mats
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil slightly moist during active growth, but allow top 2–3 cm to dry between waterings
Fertilization
Diluted balanced succulent feed once every 2 months. Use low-nitrogen fertilizer to prevent excessive leaf growth at the expense of flowering
Banana peel compost tea：Compost banana peels for 2–3 weeks, dilute 1:20 with water for root drench; avoid raw peels to prevent pest infestationsPruning
- Trim back leggy, elongated stems in early spring to promote compact, bushy growth
- Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage extended flowering through early summer
- Remove damaged, rotting, or yellowing foliage to maintain plant health and airflow
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects for humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Rock garden groundcover, container trailing plant, erosion control for sloped landscapes
