Photo of Malephora lutea flower by Far South Wholesale Nursery

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Malephora lutea

Also Known As

  • Yellow Hardy Ice Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 30"

planting zones

  • 7b-8b

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Malephora lutea plant details

Malephora lutea is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Malephora lutea

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: aizoaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 30 IN - wide, 0 - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Malephora lutea

USDA Zones: 7b - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Yellow bloom, spring-fall.

Gardening facts about Malephora lutea plant

How to Grow Malephora lutea

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous

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