Trailing Ice Plant (Mesembryanthemum Aitonis) is a annual succulent in the Aizoaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Mesembryanthemum aitonis is a semisucculent annual or subshrub native to southwestern and southern Cape Province, South Africa.

Trailing Ice Plant

Trailing Ice Plant

Mesembryanthemum Aitonis

Mesembryanthemum aitonis is a semisucculent annual or subshrub native to southwestern and southern Cape Province, South Africa.

Quick Facts

Type
succulent
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Trailing Ice Plant

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Aizoaceae
Genus:Mesembryanthemum