Cheiridopsis denticulata

Common Name(s)/Synonym(s): Carpet Weed, Lobster Claws

Origin: Native to South Africa and Namibia.

Description: A succulent subshrub with one or two, sometimes three pairs of thick, fleshy leaves forming a gaping V. The pale bluish/grey leaves are triangular in shape and taper to an acute tip with a tiny spine. They grow up to 25cm tall and 40cm in diameter, forming a dense clump.

Care: They prefer full sun, but keep cool and shaded in summer. Plant in a well draining solid mix and let dry out in between watering. Water infrequently during the summer months.

*These plants are sold/couriered bare root without the pot and soil. All plants are approximately the same size as in the photo, for reference, the pots in the photos are 7.5cm.