Native to South Africa's arid western winter rainfall region, including Clanwilliam and Lutzville, Stapelia Tromotriche Revoluta var. Tigridia is easy to cultivate and thrives in hot climates but should be protected from frost. Its shallow roots require a free-draining, gritty compost for optimal growth.
LIGHT | Light shade
COLD TOLERANCE | 5 ºC
WATER | Water generously when soil is dry.
SOIL PH | Unknown
SOIL TYPE | 30% potting mix 70% non organic material (pumice or perlite).
FERTILIZER | Fish emulsion, kelp solution, worm casting, shrimp compost.
PROPAGATION METHODS | Offset or stem cuttings.
HUMIDITY LEVEL | Low
ACTIVE SEASON | May - Sept.
NOTE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ROOTING CUTTINGS
Place stems on top of a gritty, well-draining compost; roots will develop on their undersides. When soil is dry, water the plant sparingly. Roots should form in two weeks. Plants should be in bright shade during the rooting period. To avoid plant from getting burnt, acclimatize the plant to outdoor lights.