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Rocky Point Ice Plant
Scientific Name: Malephora luteola (Haw.) Schwant.
Synonym: Hymenocyclus luteola, Malephora lutea
Family: Aizoaceae

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Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 15-24 USDA: 9 (with protection), 10 Frost Tolerance: Hardy in Phoenix Heat Tolerance: Takes full sun in Phoenix, but needs regular water during the hot months Sun Exposure: Full sun Origin: South Africa (Little Karoo) Growth Habits: Trailing succulent to 8 inches high (20 cm) 4 feet wide (1.2 m) Watering Needs: Little water when established, regular water in Phoenix in summer

Blooming Habits:
Blooms sparsely during the year, with more flowers in spring.