A ground-hugging succulent to 4cm tall, with thick, fleshy, 3-angled grey-green leaves, covered in tiny white dots (tubercles) and with teeth at the margins. In spring it produces many-petalled, scented yellow flowers to 1.5cm across; these open in the afternoon or evening
Up to 10 cm
0-0.1 metre
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
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Grow in standard cactus compost in full light with good ventilation. From spring to summer, water moderately and apply a half-strength, low-nitrogen fertiliser monthly; keep almost dry at other times. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information
Propagate by seed sown at 20°C in spring, or by stem section cuttings in spring or summer
No pruning required
May be susceptible to mealybugs
May be susceptible to root and stem rots if overwatered