Native to Namibia, this slow-growing succulent forms clumps and branches freely with time, with its bark becoming more knobbly. When grown in full sun, egg-shaped leaves form, and these elongate when planted in the shade, making it an ideal choice for bonsai.
LIGHT | Partial sun
COLD TOLERANCE | 5 ºC
WATER | Water generously when soil is dry.
SOIL PH | NA
SOIL TYPE | 30% potting mix 70% non organic material (pumice or perlite).
FERTILIZER | Fish emulsion, kelp solution, worm casting, shrimp compost.
PROPAGATION METHODS | Stem cutting
HUMIDITY LEVEL | Low
ACTIVE SEASON | May - Sept.
NOTE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ROOTING CUTTINGS
Insert cutting into the soil (1" - .5"). 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 leaves from getting burnt, acclimatize the plant to outdoors or full sun.
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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