Ice Plant
Scientific Name: Lampranthus plautus N.E. Br.
Synonym: Mesembryanthemum plautum
Family: Aizoaceae
Lampranthus plautus with flower starting to open
Sunset®: 14-26
USDA: 9b-11
Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 20°F (-7°C) for short periods
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Origin: South Africa (Little Namaqualand)
Growth Habits: Succulent subshrub 1 to 2 feet tall (30 to 60 cm)
Propagation: Seeds, cuttings
There are over 180 species of Lampranthus, plus many garden forms.
Blooming Habits:
Pink flower, 1.4 inches in diameter (3.5 cm)
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