How often should I water Mesembryanthemum crystallinum?
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce watering in cooler months and avoid waterlogging, as succulents are prone to root rot.
Mesembryanthemum crystallinum, the Common Iceplant, is a sprawling succulent with glistening, crystal-like epidermal bladder cells that store water.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce in cooler months.
Soil
Well-draining soil is crucial. A sandy or gritty mix, such as cactus or succulent potting mix, is ideal.
Temperature
Ideal growing temperature is between 15-25°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor
Fertilizer
Feed monthly during growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce in cooler months.
Avoid waterlogging.
Well-draining soil is crucial. A sandy or gritty mix, such as cactus or succulent potting mix, is ideal.
Ideal growing temperature is between 15-25°C.
Can tolerate cooler temperatures but is not frost-hardy.
Outdoor, Indoor
Feed monthly during growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Do not fertilize in winter.
Plant Type
Succulent, Creeper
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Groundcover, Pot, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.1-0.3 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green, Reddish
Leaf Type
Succulent
Flower Size
1-2.5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
No
Non-toxic to pets and humans.