A very attractive succulent with compact basal rosettes and pretty flower spikes of star shaped flowers. Max Height 20cm. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers July to October. Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Orostachys chanetii
A very attractive succulent with compact basal rosettes and pretty flower spikes of star shaped flowers
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Orostachys |
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Species | chanetii |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | white, pink |
Soil | |
Aspect | Bright room with some direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 20cm |
Family | Crassulaceae |
Spread | 10cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | grey, green |
Flowers From | July, October |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
Planting | |
Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Water sparingly in winter |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
Propagation | Division |
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