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Carruanthus ringens

Scientific Name: Carruanthus ringens (L.) Boom
Synonym: Bergeranthus caninus, Carruanthus caninus, Mesembryanthemum caninum, Mesembryanthemum ringens
Family: Aizoaceae

Carruanthus ringens at the Huntington Gardens in early July

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 28°F (-2°C)

Origin: South Africa (Little Karoo: Ladismith, Uniondale)

Growth Habits: Crowded succulent leaves, each up to 2.4 inches long (6 cm)

Propagation: Seed, cuttings

Carruanthus caninus

Although Carruanthus caninus (Picture 2) is generally included in this species, it is different looking enough from C. ringens that it can still be found under its old name.

Blooming Habits:
Yellow flowers with a reddish tinge on the outside petals, 2 inches in diameter (5 cm).

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