Karkalla - Rounded Noon Flower

Rounded Noon Flower – Disphyma crassifolium (Round Leaf Pigface)

A tough and versatile Australian native, Rounded Noon Flower is a low-growing, creeping succulent that thrives in coastal and dry landscapes. With its fleshy, round leaves and stunning pink-purple daisy-like flowers that bloom in spring and summer, this hardy groundcover adds a splash of color while supporting local ecosystems.

Why Grow Rounded Noon Flower?

• Edible and Versatile – Leaves have a salty, slightly tangy taste, great for salads, pickling, or stir-fries. The juicy, red-purple fruits are sweet and can be eaten fresh or used in jams and chutneys.

• Low Maintenance – Drought-tolerant, grows in poor soils, and requires minimal care.

• Eco-Friendly – Helps prevent erosion, stabilizing coastal dunes and sandy soils. Also attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.

• Multi-Purpose – Perfect for ground cover, rockeries, vertical gardens, and hanging baskets.

Planting and Care

• Sun – Thrives in full sun for best flowering

• Soil – Prefers well-drained, sandy or rocky soils

• Water – Low water needs, drought-tolerant once established

• Maintenance – Spreads easily, prune if needed to control growth

A beautiful, functional, and edible native plant, Rounded Noon Flower is a great addition to any garden, providing year-round greenery, seasonal bursts of color, and a taste of bush tucker. Bring this hardy beauty to your garden today.

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