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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect or partial sun; tolerates cool, shaded alpine conditions; avoid intense midday summer sun
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained; avoid waterlogging which can cause root rot
Temperature
Thrives in cool temperatures; avoid prolonged heat above 22°C and frost damage below -5°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Rosettes of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves with pink margins
- Flower: Clusters of small, star-shaped white or pale pink blooms on thin upright stems
- Stem: Slender, leafless flowering stems rising above basal rosettes
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist; mist occasionally to boost humidity
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed once every 6 weeks. Use only diluted, low-strength fertilizer to avoid burning delicate roots
Eggshell powder top-dressing：Crush clean, dried eggshells to fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to avoid root burn and improve drainagePruning
- Remove spent flower stems after blooming to encourage new rosette growth
- Trim dead outer leaves to maintain a tidy rosette shape
- Divide overcrowded clumps in early spring for propagation
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects on humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental alpine ground cover for rock gardens and troughs
