Other common names
llwylys cyffredin
Herbaceous Perennial
A native UK semi-evergreen perennial reaching 15 to 40 cm in height. It has a sprawling habit with succulent, spoon-shaped leaves that range from dark green to reddish-purple. From April to May, it produces mildly fragrant white flowers, sometimes tinged with mauve or purple. Historically, its high vitamin C content made it valuable in preventing scurvy among sailors
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Soil Types
Loam, Sand
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres