Plectranthus prostratus

Also Known As

SUCCULENT SWEDISH IVY

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 6"
W: 6"

planting zones

10a-11

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Plectranthus prostratus plant details

Plectranthus prostratus is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Plectranthus prostratus

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 6 IN - wide, 0 - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Plectranthus prostratus

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: low

Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A fibrous rooted plant displays a profusion of tiny thick ovate fleshy lime green leaves forming a mat of foliage....white flowers with a hint of violet..mounding cascading habit. Great as a filler or succulent wreaths, terrariums, vivariums, fairy gardens. Native to Kenya. Likes filtered to bright light, keep dry, min. temp 55.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

Gardening facts about Plectranthus prostratus plant

How to Grow Plectranthus prostratus

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- lavender
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy

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