General Description | A branching succulent with spoon-shaped, green, sticky leaves forming rosettes. The yellow flowers bloom during the spring above the leaf rosettes. |
Shape | Bushy. |
Landscape | Container planting, rock garden, or single specimen. |
Propagation | Propagation by cuttings during growing season. |
Cultivation | Growth occurs during winter to spring during the cooler temperatures. It is dormant in the hot season. Plant in full sun and well drained soil. |
Pests | Root rot will occur if over watered. |
Notable Specimens | Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom. |
Habitat | Found at elevations of 200 - 500 m on the island of Tenerife. |
Leaf Description | Green leaves that are sticky to the touch. Notably, the leaves are spoon shaped and bulbous as opposed to flat. |
Flower Description | Star-shaped yellow flowers bloom in the spring atop the leaves. |