Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter to prevent root rot. Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogging, as this plant prefers slightly drier conditions once established.
Also known as Baby Sun-Rose
Baby Sun Rose (Aptenia cordifolia) is a vigorous groundcover with succulent, heart-shaped leaves and bright magenta flowers, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering and compact growth.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering, especially in cooler months.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost; it is not cold-hardy.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season with a balanced, diluted liquid feed.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter to prevent root rot. Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogging, as this plant prefers slightly drier conditions once established.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to encourage bushier growth. Deadhead spent flowers to promote continuous blooming.
Pruning can be done anytime, but is most effective in spring after the main flush of growth.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Insert cuttings into well-draining soil or water. They root quickly, usually within a few weeks, and can then be transplanted.
Repot young plants annually or every two years in spring to provide fresh soil and more space for roots. Mature plants can remain in their pots for longer periods, as they tolerate being slightly root-bound.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Where Baby Sun Rose (Aptenia cordifolia) 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 | Aptenia |
| Species | Aptenia cordifolia |
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