Botanical Name: Drosanthemum hispidum Add
Common Name: Purple Iceplant  
Plant photo of: Drosanthemum hispidum
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  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial, Succulent

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

Purple

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor
Photographer: Mountain States Nursery
  • Description

  • Notes

Purple Iceplant gets larger than some other varieties, to 2' tall. However, it is not a good erosion control plant because it is not a good root downer. Flowers are dark purple and striking.