Antimima radicans

Also Known As

Ruschia radicans

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 24"-48"

planting zones

8a-11

Antimima radicans plant details

Antimima radicans is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring magenta flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Antimima radicans

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: aizoaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 24 IN - 48 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Antimima radicans

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and wind
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

With softly angled leaves against purple flushed stems, this low to the ground mesemb is quick to cover ground! Ideal for slopes, at the edge of rockeries, or anywhere you need some cascading plant action. From South Africa, this useful & texturally funky “vygie” has magenta flowers & grows at least 2’ across (more with time) & is initially very low growing, but can amass about 1’ in height over time. We’ve yet to establish what its blooming habits are, but dig the ease of growth, foliage & drought tolerance!