Delosperma echinatum
AizoaceaeDelosperma echinatum · a succulent from the Aizoaceae family, a ground-covering plant with spectacular daytime flowers. Grown in our nursery in the Almería desert in full sun, with minimal watering and 100% mineral soil—the plant pictured is the one you will receive.
About Delosperma echinatum
Delosperma echinatum is one of the most distinctive succulents in the Aizoaceae family. Its origin is in South Africa. It stands out for cylindrical fleshy leaves and ground-cover habit, a peculiarity that has fascinated botanists and enthusiasts for generations.
At Succulentae we grow every Delosperma echinatum directly in our nursery in southeastern Spain, in conditions of intense sun, low humidity and mineral substrate that replicate its natural habitat. This produces stronger specimens, with intense coloration and compact form, ready to join your collection.
Botanical fact sheet
| Scientific name | Delosperma echinatum | |
| Family | Aizoaceae | |
| Origin | South Africa | |
| Natural habitat | slopes and scrubland | |
| Adult size | ground-cover 5-15 cm | |
| Flowering | daisy-like flowers in intense colors | |
| Propagation | very easy from cutting | |
| Toxicity | non-toxic |
Did you know?
Delosperma is one of the few succulents that tolerates cold well (down to -15 °C in some varieties), making it ideal for Mediterranean and cold-interior gardens.
Luz
Full direct sun
Riego
Sparse; very drought-resistant
Sustrato
Very free-draining mineral substrate, specific for cacti and succulents
Temperatura
Hardy; many species tolerate frost
