Also known as Angular Pigface · Angular Sea Fig · Coastal Pigface
Carpobrotus glaucescens, the Angular Sea-fig, is a succulent groundcover native to Australia, thriving in coastal conditions with fleshy leaves and bright pink flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun
100% intensity
Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best growth and flowering.
Allow to dry between waterings
25% intensity
Drought tolerant once established, water sparingly.
Well-drained, sandy, poor soil
50% intensity
Warm to moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Can tolerate brief dips but protect from prolonged frost.
Low feed
25% intensity
Requires minimal feeding; a light balanced fertilizer in spring is usually sufficient.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water sparingly once established, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot, especially in well-draining soil.
Reduce watering significantly during cooler, dormant periods to prevent waterlogging.
Prune to maintain shape and control spread. Remove dead or damaged stems at any time. Heavy pruning can be done after flowering to encourage bushier growth.
This also helps prevent over-shading of lower parts of the plant.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Allow cuttings to callus for a few days before planting in well-draining soil.
Can also be grown from seed, but vegetative propagation is quicker and ensures true-to-type plants.
Repot only when necessary, typically when the plant becomes root-bound, which is infrequent for established plants. Use a gritty, well-draining potting mix. Avoid disturbing the roots excessively.
Young plants may need repotting every 2-3 years.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Angular Sea-Fig (Carpobrotus glaucescens)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Aizoaceae |
| Genus | Carpobrotus |
| Species | Carpobrotus glaucescens |
Similar in genus Carpobrotus
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