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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun for best foliage color; tolerates partial shade; avoids dense full shade
Watering
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to -20°C; tolerates summer heat up to 35°C; avoid prolonged wet cold conditions
Characteristics
- Leaf: Small, fleshy oval to spoon-shaped leaves in opposite pairs; green to reddish-purple in full sun
- Flower: Star-shaped pink to magenta blooms in flat terminal clusters
- Stem: Trailing, rooting at nodes to form continuous mats
Care Guide
Watering
Water when top 2 cm of soil is fully dry
Fertilization
Diluted balanced succulent feed once every 2 months. Over-fertilization may cause leggy growth and reduced foliage color
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to add calcium without burning delicate succulent rootsPruning
- Trim back leggy stems in early spring to encourage dense, compact growth
- Deadhead spent flower clusters to maintain a tidy appearance
- Remove dead or damaged foliage to reduce risk of fungal growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA confirmed non-toxic; no harmful effects for cats
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse effects from ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Groundcover for rock gardens, green roofs, and erosion control; container ornamental
