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Montiopsis umbellata

Also Known As

Calandrinia umbellata
Talinum umbellata
Red Maids
Redmaids
Rock Purslane

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-36"
W: 12"

planting zones

8a-10b

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Montiopsis umbellata plant details

Montiopsis umbellata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer magenta flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Montiopsis umbellata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: montiaceae, talinaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in fall and summer
Uses: alpine, rock garden, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Montiopsis umbellata

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bright, rose-magenta clustered cups cover cushions of gray, narrow, succulent leaves July - September. Flowers open in the afternoon sun. Coming from Chile and the Argentinian Andes, it will love the rock garden. No rich soil, and allow little water or you'll make it homesick. 18" TMinimum temperature: 20?F

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

This Rock Purslane is a descendant from Eric Hammond's Chilean collection. Our propagator Jason shared this with us and grew these little rock garden goodies. Likes the sun and good drainage, these are short-lived perennials and may not over-winter but sets good easy seed.