Ebracteola fulleri is a compact succulent endemic to the arid regions of the Northern Cape Province in South Africa, where it grows among quartzite gravel on rocky flats and slopes. It belongs to the family Aizoaceae and is currently accepted under the genus Ebracteola. The species has adapted to survive in highly mineralised soils with seasonal winter rainfall.
Distinctive features:
Forms small, clump-forming mats with upright to spreading growth
Leaves are smooth, grey-green to bluish, triangular in cross-section with a blunt tip
Flowers are daisy-like, often pink to magenta with a white centre, opening in full sun
Produces solitary flowers from the centre of the leaf pair, mainly in late winter to early spring
Capsules have hygrochastic valves, opening in response to moisture to release seeds
Care Tips:
Light: Prefers full sun to very bright conditions
Water: Water sparingly; allow the soil to fully dry between waterings
Humidity: Requires low humidity to prevent rot
Media: Use a sharply draining mineral-rich mix with minimal organic matter
Temperature: Tolerant of mild frost when dry; ideal range is 10–25 °C
Fertiliser: Apply a diluted, low-nitrogen fertiliser in the active growth season
Repotting: Repot only when necessary; disturb roots as little as possible
Additional Notes:
Known to be toxic
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Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
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Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
$20 fee applies to WA orders.
$10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders. This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping costat checkout.
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