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Trailing Ice Plant

Scientific Name: Lampranthus spectabilis (Haw.) N.E.Br.
Synonym: Mesembryanthemum spectabile
Family: Aizoaceae

Lampranthus spectabilis at the Huntington Gardens in early July

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 14-24

Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun

Origin: South Africa (Cape)

Growth Habits: Trailing succulent, 12 inches tall (30 cm), 2 feet in diameter (60 cm)

Propagation: Seeds, cuttings

Lampranthus spectabilis in Curtis Botanical Magazine

Blooming Habits:
The 2-inch flowers come at the end of spring, in various shades from pink to purple.

Culture:
Plant 18 inches apart (45 cm)

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