The Family Aizoaceae or Ficoidaceae (fig-marigold family or ice plant family) is a taxon of dicotyledonous flowering plants containing 135 genera and about 1900 species. They are commonly known as stone plants or carpet weeds. Species that resemble stones or pebbles are sometimes called mesembs. Several species are known as ice plant.

Fast growing with yellow flowers that open late afternoon. They naturally grow in sandy soils.

USDA Zone – 8

Season to sow – Autumn