Mesembryanthemum horridum growing subshrub succulent of the genus Mesembryanthemum also known as Fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum horridum perennial evergreen or annual used as ornamental ground cover plant, can grow in mediterranean, desert, subtropics, temperate or tropics climate and growing in hardiness zone: 8+ (as perennial) 2-8 (as annual).
Leaves color green, red or both, the leaves flashy and grow in oval shape with folded wavy edge.
Mesembryanthemum horridum flower
Flower color can be pink or white, flowers flat with multi petals.
Mesembryanthemum horridum for sale – Seeds or Plants to Buy
Requirements for growing Mesembryanthemum horridum care:
Hot climate, well-drained soil, better in sandy soil
What is the best way to start growing:
Plant / Seedling / Seed / Vegetative reproduction
Is it necessary to graft or use vegetative reproduction?
No
Difficulties/Problems with growing:
Invasive
Planting season:
Spring in cold climate / Autumn, winter, spring in warm climate
Pests and diseases:
Snails
When is the best time to prune?
All the season
How to prune:
For design
Size of the plant?
10-20 cm, 4-8 inches
Growth speed in optimal condition:
Fast growing
Irrigation water management requirement:
Small amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full Sun / Half Shade
Is it possible to grow indoor?
No
Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes
Blooming information
When does flowers bloom?
Winter / Spring / Summer
General information about the flower
Flat multi petals flowers, color can be: pink or white with wavy petals
Scientific name:
Mesembryanthemum horridum