How to prune frithia humilis

Any time, as needed. Remove fully desiccated leaves by gently pulling them away from the base. Pinch off spent flower stalks after blooming if desired.

Rarely — dead-leaf removal only. Frithia humilis is a rare dwarf succulent requiring essentially no pruning. Its stubby, window-tipped leaves form a minimal clump that should be left untouched. Only remove completely dried-out leaves by hand. Cutting into live leaf tissue will permanently scar this slow-growing plant.

Remove fully desiccated leaves by gently pulling them away from the base. Pinch off spent flower stalks after blooming if desired.