Where it grows
Delosperma echinatum is endemic to the Eastern Cape of South Africa.
Special features
The ‘pickle plant’ has rounded, pickle-like leaves. It is covered in fine ‘hair’, which are known as cilia. These particular specimens are variegated and have a golden hue, in contrast to the normal dark-green colouration. It produces petite yellow flowers in spring.
Care guide
This vygie prefers plenty of light, and should be kept under no higher than 40% shade cloth. It is not fussy about its soil mix, as long as it contains plenty of organic material and drains well. Water it throughout the year, making sure that the soil dries out before watering again.
Growing season
Spring and summer.
Propagation
Cuttings.