Cheiridopsis vanzyliiis a small , cute plant perfect for growers with limited space .
Cheiridopsis vanzyliiL.Bolus
Ihlenfeldtia vanzylii
In cultivation, Wateringen, Netherlands. Photo byCok Grootscholten. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
Family : AizoaceaeSubfamily : RuschioideaeTribe : RuschieaeGenus : Cheiridopsis
The specific epithet " vanzylii " ( articulate " van - ZY - lee - eye " ) honor Gert H. van Zyl ( Sunshine State . 1930 - 1932 ) , postmaster at Pofadder in the Northern Cape , South Africa .
Cheiridopsis vanzyliiis aboriginal toSouth Africa . It develop on white quartzitic slopes in the Northern Cape responsibility .
In habitat, Namakwa, Northern Cape, South Africa. Derivative of a photo byNick Helme. Licensed underCC BY-SA 4.0.
Cheiridopsis vanzylii , also know asIhlenfeldtia vanzylii , is a modest succulent that formsclumpsof gray - unripe leaves with translucent spots . It can reach a diam of 4 inch ( 10 cm ) . The leaves are thick , sarcoid , triangular in cross - section , and grow in brace mix at the floor . They become reddish when exposed to full Lord’s Day .
During the winter and former spring , Cheiridopsis vanzyliiproducessolitary , daisy - like blossom with numerous narrow , yellowpetals . The flower can reach a diam of 2.8 inch ( 7 cm ) , open around midday , and close at sunset . The fruits are capsule with 10 to 15locules .
brightness level : This succulent requires bright Inner Light but not too much unmediated sunlight . So , a windowsill that receives 4 to 5 hours of direct sunshine in the sunup and partial shade in the afternoon will be a perfect spot for indoor growing .
In habitat, Aggeneys, Northern Cape, South Africa. Derivative of a photo byJean Audissou. Licensed underCC BY-NC 4.0.
filth : Cheiridopsis vanzyliithrives in porous soil , allow the pee to drain away speedily . Therefore , use commercial soil for succulents ormake your own well - draining mix .
Temperature : High temperature are not a trouble as long as there is plenty of fresh air , but this plant is not cold - hardy . It grows best inUSDA Plant Hardiness Zones9b to 11b , with median minimal winter temperatures ranging from 25 ° F to 50 ° F ( -3.9 ° coulomb to 10 ° C ) .
lachrymation : To keep your plant hefty , it is most important to cognize when , how much , and how often to urine . During the dormant period , usually in summer , Cheiridopsis vanzyliirequires little or no H2O . In the drop , once it grows again , water thoroughly but let the soil to dry between waterings .
In habitat, Namakwa, Northern Cape, South Africa. Derivative of a photo byNick Helme. Licensed underCC BY-SA 4.0.
inseminate : As long as you repot this plant every two year , it does not need fertilizer .
Repotting : Even if your industrial plant can stay happy in the same pot for eld , you could repot it once in a while to give it more space anytime during the growing season . However , the best time is at the offset of the growing time of year .
Propagation : Although it is usually commence from germ , Cheiridopsis vanzyliican be easily propagate by class . The best time to divide it is late summer , just before the plant get to break dormancy , while the dusk is ideal for sowing the seed .
Learn more atHow to Grow and Care for Mesembs .
Cheiridopsis vanzyliiis consider non - toxic , so accept it around kids and pets is safe .
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