Ledebouria Petiolata (formerly Drimiopsis Maculata) originates in East and South East Africa. Its deep green foliage is marked with brown to black spots, which appear more vivid when exposed to bright light. During the winter, this semi-succulent may go into a dormant state and shed its leaves. It can handle light frost, yet extended freezing temperatures are not well tolerated.
LIGHT
Full sun to bright shade
COLD TOLERANCE
-5 ºC
WATER
Water generously when soil is dry.
SOIL PH
Mildly acidic to alkaline
SOIL TYPE
Potting mix
FERTILIZER
Fish emulsion, kelp solution, worm casting, shrimp compost.
PROPAGATION METHODS
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
HUMIDITY LEVEL
Low
ACTIVE SEASON
All season
NOTE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ROOTING CUTTINGS
Insert half of the bulb upright into the soil. Water the plant sparingly and keep the soil moist. Roots should form in the following two weeks. Plants should be in bright shade during the rooting period. To avoid leaves from getting burnt, acclimatize the plant to outdoors.
Growing Tips
Growing Tips
Rooting Tips
Rooting Tips
• Use calcined clay gravel, or horticultural sand to root cuttings.
• Root cuttings in bright shade.
Buying Tips
Buying Tips
• Avoid shipping delays by not purchasing plants during the Christmas and Holiday season.
• To avoid cold damage and shipping delays, refrain from purchasing plants during the winter months.
• Save on winter shipping costs by buying plants during the summer.
• Get the best quality plants by buying during summer.
MARKED DOWN ITEMS
MARKED DOWN ITEMS
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