Disphyma australe aka Disphyma

Taxonomy ID: 8258

Common names

Disphyma, Round Leaved Pigface, New Zealand Iceplant, Purple Dewplant, Disphyma Crassifolium, Austral Pigface, Rounded Moon Flower, New Zealand Ice Plant

More information about Disphyma

What is the region of origin of Disphyma

Disphyma’s native range is Australia, New Zealand.

What are the water needs for Disphyma

Disphyma does best in dry soil and should only be watered sparingly.

What is the sunlight requirement for Disphyma

To ensure optimal growth, the Disphyma prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Is Disphyma toxic to humans/pets?

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

More info:
Wikipedia • GBIF

Ploi app icon Ploi app icon

About Ploi

Ploi is the highest-rated plant care app on the App Store with a 4.99-star rating. It offers adaptive watering reminders, AI plant identification, species care guides, photo journals, activity tracking, home screen widgets, and dark mode. The app also supports Apple Watch and provides a native iOS experience. Ploi is also available on Android and web.