Dewflower (Drosanthemum hispifolium)
Care, watering, light and tips for Dewflower on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Aizoaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 14 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
About Dewflower
Drosanthemum hispidum, commonly known as 'Fuzzy Dewfig', is a trailing succulent from the Aizoaceae family, native to South Africa. Its finely hairy stems and fleshy, light green leaves, often with a reddish tinge, give it a distinctive appearance. It produces a profusion of small, bright flowers, typically purple or pink, that cover the plant in spring and summer, making it ideal for rock gardens, ground cover in warm climates, or hanging baskets where its stems can cascade.
Native range
South Africa
Care tips
This succulent thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours daily for optimal flowering. Water moderately, allowing the substrate to dry completely between waterings, and reduce watering in winter. Use a well-draining substrate, specific for succulents or cacti, to prevent waterlogging. A common mistake is overwatering, which can quickly lead to root rot.
How to save a dying Dewflower
- Warning signs
- Soft, wrinkled, non-turgid leaves; flaccid stems; pale or reddish discoloration.
- First aid
- Repot in draining soil, check roots (remove rotten), water lightly, place in partial shade.
- What kills it
- Overwatering causing root rot; moisture-retentive substrate.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots aren't completely rotted and there are healthy stems for cuttings.