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Conophytum flavum

yellow cone plant

A succulent perennial forming a clump of paired, partially united greyish leaves, with solitary pale to deep brown flowers in autumn

Synonyms
Conophytum ornatum
Conophytum luteum
see moreConophytum novicum
Conophytum rubristylosum
Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cm
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0–0.1 metre
Growing conditions
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green Grey Silver
Summer Green Grey Silver
Autumn Brown Green Grey Silver
Winter Green Grey Silver
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or North–facing or West–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H2
Botanical details
Family
Aizoaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Genus

Conophytum are dwarf succulent perennials forming clumps of "bodies" comprising a pair of very fleshy leaves, united in the lower part, with solitary daisy-like flowers appearing from the central fissure; the leaves usually shrivel after flowering

Name status

Correct

Plant range
S Africa (NW Cape)

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow under glass in a mixture of two parts each sharp sand and loam and one part leaf mould, in full light. Provide low humidity. Water sparingly when in growth and keep completely dry at other times. No additional fertilizer is needed

Propagation

Propagate by seed sown in gentle heat with high humidity reduce the humidity after germination. Propagate by offsets may be taken

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Patio and container plants
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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