Full sun-shade; little water. Stout trunk, sturdy limbs. Can reach 9ft high, 4-5ft wide. Leaves are thick, oblong, fleshy pads 1-2in long, glossy bright green, sometimes with red-tinged edges. Clusters of pink, star-shaped flowers bloom in profusion, fall into spring. Houseplant, large container plant; plant will stay small in small container, landscaping shrub. Good near swimming pools.