Also known as Orange Dewplant · Trailing Ice Plant
Lampranthus aureus, the Golden Brightfig, is a vibrant succulent groundcover known for its profuse, daisy-like golden-yellow flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate drought tolerance
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry between waterings; reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 15-25°C; protect from frost.
Low feeder
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
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. Allow soil to dry out between waterings, especially during winter. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage.
Reduce watering significantly in cooler months to prevent waterlogging.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems. Pruning can also help control size and promote denser flowering.
Regular light pruning is more beneficial than heavy, infrequent cuts.
Propagate from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Allow cuttings to dry and form a callus for a few days before planting in well-draining potting mix.
Keep lightly moist and in a warm, bright location until roots develop.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining succulent or cactus mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
Repot in spring before the active growing season begins.
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Where Golden Brightfig (Lampranthus aureus) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Aizoaceae |
| Genus | Lampranthus |
| Species | Lampranthus aureus |
Similar in genus Lampranthus
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