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Basic Info
Corpuscularia Taylorii is also commonly known as Ice Plant. When the plant matures what you will notice are the plants ability to reach around 20 cm (8″) tall. Most notable features of the plant are the grey-green leaves that grow tightly together on the plant as best seen on the plants image. You will notice that the leaves are also a dull mat color and fleshy. When you stress the plant correctly you can expect it to become light pink to red. When the plant flowers it is known to produce these beautiful pale yellow to white.
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sedoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Genus: Echeveria
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Corpuscularia Taylorii ‘Ice Plant’ can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care of. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Ice Plant healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.
General Care for Corpuscularia Taylorii ‘Ice Plant’
This succulent type is a unique one that blooms in the spring. When it blooms, you will enjoy pale yellow to white flowers. It is a nice addition to your collection of plants especially if you have it displayed in a beautiful pot.
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown outdoor
- Grows 30 cm (12″) tall
- Grows up to 60 cm (24″) wide
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 8b-10b -9.4°C (15°F)
- Best propagated by cuttings, offsets or seeds
- Flowers are pale yellow to white
Where to Plant
Corpuscularia Taylorii ‘Ice Plant’ succulents need strong light. When planting this succulent type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.
This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone 8b-10b which is around -9.4°C (15°F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Ice Plant in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
When selecting what pot to use be sure that you understand the difference between the material used (See our guide on how to pick the best plant pot).
How to Propagate Corpuscularia Taylorii ‘Ice Plant’
Ice Plant can be propagated by cuttings, offsets or seeds. This succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store. You can learn all about How To Repot Succulents in our guide.
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
How to Propagate Corpuscularia Taylorii ‘Ice Plant’ From Cuttings
When propagating Ice Plant from cuttings, cut a leaf from the mother plant carefully with a clean knife or scissors. Before replanting, wait for a few days to allow it to callous. Use well-draining soil for your new succulent plant. Don’t forget to water when the soil dries out.
How to Propagate Corpuscularia Taylorii ‘Ice Plant’ From Offsets
Ice Plant propagates from offsets. To be able to propagate from the mother plant, you might wait several years for the main plant to produce an offset. To start this process, use a sharp knife and remove an offset from the main plant. When you remove the offset, clean the extra soil from it. Before replanting, wait for a few days to allow it to callous. Use well-draining soil for your new succulent plant. Don’t forget to water when the soil dries out.
How to Propagate Corpuscularia Taylorii ‘Ice Plant’ Using Seeds
This succulent type is a slow grower so even if it can be propagated by its seeds, this method is not recommended. To propagate from the seeds, plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mixture. This method can be used outdoors. In cooler areas, indoor propagating is recommended.
Origin and Habitat
Corpuscularia Taylorii ‘Ice Plant’ is native to South Africa.
