Carpanthea pomeridiana
afternoon carpanthea
A fast-growing annual with a spreading habit and slightly succulent green foliage which appears in winter, followed by golden yellow 'cymes' in spring (flat topped flowers which open in the centre then around the edges). Fruit capsules appear in summer which open and disperse seed if they have enough moisture
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
1 yearUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drained, Moist but well–drainedpH
Neutral, AcidColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Yellow | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Brown Red | |||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Aizoaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Matforming
- Genus
Carpanthea are erect succulent annuals with spoon-shaped leaves and daisy-like flowers that open in the afternoon
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- S. Africa (Cape)
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow from seed sown in Autumn in sandy growing media in a shallow seed tray. Germination is rapid, seedlings should be pricked out into containers or flower bed in warmer climate. Keep media moist, don't overwater
Propagation
Propagate by seed in Autumn
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- Gravel garden
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Patio and container plants
- Sub-tropical
- Ground cover
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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