Water
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry, but allow it to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Also known as Dassievygie (af) · Deltoid-Leaf Dewplant · Deltoid-Leaved Dewplant
Oscularia deltoides is a low-growing succulent with bright pink flowers and distinctive triangular, fleshy leaves, often called Pink Dewplant.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
80% intensity
Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings.
60% intensity
Reduce in winter.
Well-draining soil is crucial. A cactus or succulent mix is ideal, or a sandy loam.
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures.
70% intensity
Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season.
20% intensity
Use diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry, but allow it to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or leggy stems. Can be pruned back hard if it becomes overgrown.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Allow cuttings to callus for a few days before planting in well-draining soil.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant outgrows its container. Use fresh, well-draining soil mix. Repot in spring.
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Photos of Oscularia Deltoides (Oscularia deltoides)
Where Oscularia Deltoides (Oscularia deltoides) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Aizoaceae |
| Genus | Oscularia |
| Species | Oscularia deltoides |
Similar in genus Oscularia
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