San diego coastal creeper (Aphanisma blitoides)

San diego coastal creeper

San diego coastal creeper (Aphanisma blitoides) is a salt-loving succulent plant that typically grows beside the sea. This habitat has resulted in the common name San Diego Coastcreeper. Sadly the California Native Plant Society records this species as being in decline across its native range and it has a California Rare Plant Rank of rare, threatened, or endangered.

Scientific classification

Species

San diego coastal creeper (Aphanisma blitoides)

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Annual

Lifespan

61 cm

Plant Height

Green, Red

Flower Color

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

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Distribution of San diego coastal creeper

Distribution Map

San diego coastal creeper is indigenous to the major region encompassing the southwestern part of the North American continent. The plant typically thrives in coastal zones within its native range. Over time, san diego coastal creeper has spread beyond its original habitat, now also found in similar environments across other adjacent areas of the continent, though details of its introduced range are less clearly defined.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Coastal shrublands, bluffs, saline sands

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Care Guide for San diego coastal creeper

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

Water: Originating from coastal regions, san diego coastal creeper thrives in moderate humidity and benefits from consistent moisture. It should be watered weekly. Well-suited for sandy soils, san diego coastal creeper demonstrates resilience to occasional water variability, making it ideal for gardens with sporadic rainfall.

Fertilize: For optimal growth, san diego coastal creeper requires balanced nutrients during active growth and high-nitrogen fertilizers for foliage. Use quarter-strength liquid fertilizer every 2-3 weeks and avoid over-fertilization. Apply slow-release fertilizers, and always water san diego coastal creeper post-fertilization to prevent root burn.

Pruning: San diego coastal creeper thrives as a dense groundcover, benefiting from annual pruning in early to late spring. Techniques include trimming overgrowth and removing damaged stems, promoting air circulation and sun exposure, reducing disease risk and maintaining a lush appearance for a manageable landscape feature.

Propagation: San diego coastal creeper prefers sandy substrates found in coastal areas, showcasing its resilience. Effective propagation involves careful sowing with proper moisture levels, evenly spread seeds, and mimicking natural soil composition for optimal growth, leading to healthy offsprings.

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Distribution of San diego coastal creeper

Care Guide for San diego coastal creeper

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