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Other common names deltoid-leaved dew plant
Synonyms Lampranthus oscularis Lampranthus deltoides
Family Aizoaceae
Genus Oscularia are small, succulent perennials with fleshy, often angled leaves and daisy-like flowers in various bright colours
Details O. deltoides is a spreading succulent perennial with oblong, toothed, 3-angled grey-green leaves and daisy-like, bright magenta-pink flowers 1.5cm across, in summer and early autumn
Plant range South Africa (Western Cape)
Foliage Evergreen
Habit Mat forming
Hardiness
All ratings refer to the UK growing conditions unless otherwise stated. Minimum temperature ranges (in degrees C) are shown in brackets
H2
Full Sun
Aspect West-facing or South-facing
Exposure Sheltered
Loam
Sand
MoistureWell-drained
SoilLoam, Sand
pHAcid, Neutral
Ultimate height Up to 10 cm
Ultimate spread 0.1-0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height 2-5 years
Cultivation Grow in cactus compost in full light. Water moderately from late spring to late summer and apply a low nitrogen liquid fertiliser every 4-6 weeks. Water sparingly at other times. Can be grown outdoors in summer but needs winter protection
Propagation Propagate by seed at 19-24?C (66-75?F) in spring. Root sections of stem in spring and summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types Patio & Container Plants
Pruning no pruning necessary
Pests mealybugs and aphids may occur
Diseases Usually disease free
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