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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Thrives in bright full sun to partial sun; tolerates light shade, but may lose compact form and vibrant color
Watering
Allow the soil to dry completely between waterings to prevent root rot; reduce frequency during cool, dormant periods
Temperature
Hardy to mild frost; avoid prolonged temperatures below 0°C to prevent tissue damage
Characteristics
- Leaf: Tiny, fleshy obovate leaves arranged in tight, symmetrical rosettes; blue-green to reddish under full sun
- Flower: Star-shaped, 5-petaled blooms in white to pale pink, clustered at the tips of short, upright stems
- Stem: Trailing, thread-like stems that root at nodes to spread and form dense ground cover
Care Guide
Watering
Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is fully dry, 1–2 times weekly
Fertilization
Diluted, balanced succulent feed once every 2 months. Use low-nitrogen fertilizer to avoid leggy growth
Banana Peel Tea：Soak dried banana peels in filtered water for 3 days; dilute the tea 1:20 with water before applying to soil to avoid nutrient buildupPruning
- Gently pluck dead or yellowing leaves from the base of rosettes to maintain a tidy appearance
- Trim leggy, elongated stems to encourage bushier, more compact growth in spring
- Divide overcrowded mats every 2–3 years in early spring to propagate and refresh the plant
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic; safe for cats with no reported adverse effects
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known ingestion or contact risks
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental ground cover for rock gardens, container edging, and green roof vegetation
