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Trailing Ice Plant
Scientific Name: Lampranthus spectabilis (Haw.) N.E.Br.
Synonym: Mesembryanthemum spectabile
Family: Aizoaceae

Show Larger Picture Lampranthus spectabilis at the Huntington Gardens in early July

Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 14-24 USDA: 9-10 Frost Tolerance: Will survive a short period at 20°F (-7°C) Heat Tolerance: Avoid reflected heat, and afternoon sun in Phoenix Sun Exposure: Full sun Origin: South Africa (Cape) Growth Habits: Trailing succulent, 12 inches tall (30 cm), 2 feet in diameter (60 cm) Watering Needs: Little summer water in most places, twice weekly in the hot desert Propagation: Seeds, cuttings

Cultural Practices:
Plant 18 inches apart (45 cm)

Blooming Habits:
The 2-inch flowers come at the end of spring, in various shades from pink to purple.