A mat-forming, succulent, evergreen perennial to 5cm tall, with two pairs of very fleshy, grey-green leaves, flat on the upper surface and keeled beneath. In summer many-petalled, yellow flowers are produced
Up to 10 cm
0-0.1 metre
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
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Under glass, grow in standard cactus compost in full light. During the growing season, water sparingly and apply a dilute, low-nitrogen fertiliser every 4-6 weeks; keep dry at other times. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation
Propagate by seed, or separate offsets in spring and summer
No pruning required
May be susceptible to aphids while in flower
May be susceptible to root and stem rots in wet conditions