Size
Growing conditions
Colour & scent
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Position
Aspect
Exposure
Botanical details
- Family
- Aizoaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Genus
A genus of around 40 species of perennial succulents, native to South Africa, with grey-green to purple, fleshy and lumpy cone-shaped foliage and yellow flowers which bloom at night
- Name status
Unresolved
- Plant range
- South Africa (Cape)
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in standard cactus compost in full light with good ventilation. From spring to summer, water moderately and apply a half-strength, low-nitrogen fertiliser monthly; keep almost dry at other times. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information
Propagation
Propagate by seed sown at 20°C in spring, or by stem section cuttings in spring or summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to mealybugs
Diseases
May be susceptible to root and stem rots if overwatered
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