Pickle Plant and Ice Plant
A succulent plant with short height, drought-tolerant, and ideal for sunny areas with well-drained soil.
Habit
Succulent
Height
0.3 to 0.5 m
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well-drained, Sandy Loam
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Low
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Africa, Europe
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20°C to 30°C
Humidity (%)
50% to 70%
Potting media
50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Organic Matter
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
0.1 to 0.3 kg
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.5 to 1.0 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
Foliage
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
2 to 3 years
Health Benefits
Medicinal, Ornamental
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
| 40% loam, 30% sand, 30% compost |
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
| Apply monthly with liquid organic fertilizer |
Common Diseases and Remedies
Root Rot, Powdery Mildew, Leaf Spot, Aphids, Mealybugs
Yellow spots, white fungal coating, sticky residue
Sulfur fungicides, systemic insecticides
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Moisture Retention: Leaves store water, potentially useful in dry climates.
· Wound Healing: Some Ice Plant species have been used traditionally to treat skin irritations.
· Antioxidant Properties: Rich in beneficial plant compounds that support skin and immune health.