Conophytum carpianumis typically grown in container where it spreads easy , make it ideal for growers with modified infinite .
Conophytum carpianumL.Bolus
phratry : AizoaceaeSubfamily : RuschioideaeTribe : RuschieaeGenus : Conophytum
In cultivation, South East England, United Kingdom. Derivative of a photo by Alain Sutton viaSucculent Sundae.
The specific epithet " carpianum " ( pronounced " kar - pee - AY - num " ) honorsBernard Carp(1901 - 1966 ) , natural scientist , gardener , and plant life Internet Explorer in South Africa .
Conophytum carpianumis native toSouth Africa . It occurs in damp gneiss drop-off with lichen in a small part of the Northern Cape responsibility , where it is found only in two fix .
Conophytum carpianumis a dwarfsucculentthat formsclumpsof Italian sandwich - form bodies consisting of two opposite , almost entirely coalesce leaves . The bodies are sharplykeeled , curtly bilobed , and can uprise up to 0.4 inches ( 1 cm ) tall and 0.25 column inch ( 0.6 cm ) in diameter . They are pallid grey , spotted , and circumstantially papillate . When exposed to intense sunlight , the bodies can take on a pink hue .
In cultivation, South East England, United Kingdom. Derivative of a photo by Alain Sutton viaSucculent Sundae.
During the fall and early winter , Conophytum carpianumproduces fragrant , emollient - colour heyday that open at dark .
Light : This plant thrive in vivid Light Within but should be protected from intensive lineal sunlight . To avoid sunburn , invest it in an orbit where it can receive a few hours of full Dominicus during the cooler parts of the Clarence Shepard Day Jr. .
Soil : For optimal growth , Conophytum carpianumrequires holey soil that allow water system to run out aside speedily . you could utilise a commercial potting mixture designed for succulent ormake your own .
In cultivation, South East England, United Kingdom. Derivative of a photo by Alain Sutton viaSucculent Sundae.
Temperature : High temperatures are not a trouble for this plant , but it is not freeze - hardy . It grows good inUSDA Plant Hardiness Zones10b to 11b , with average minimum wintertime temperature ranging from 35 to 50 ° F ( 1.7 to 10 ° century ) .
Watering : Conophytum carpianumrequires little or no water during its dormancy from spring to summer . When it begins to arise again in the fall , it is safe to water it deeply . However , insure that the soil dry out out between waterings . If the leaves begin to wrinkle during the active growth period , it may be a polarity that additional water is needed .
Fertilizing : This plant is a swooning feeder and does not need fertilizer if repotted every two class .
In cultivation, South East England, United Kingdom. Derivative of a photo by Alain Sutton viaSucculent Sundae.
Repotting : The best time to repot this plant is at the source of the develop time of year . However , repotting can also be done at any point during dynamic ontogeny .
generation : Conophytum carpianumis unremarkably propagated from source but can also be easily propagated by air division . The idealistic time to separate the plant is before it starts to break dormancy or after flowering .
Learn more atHow to Grow and Care for Conophytum .
Conophytum carpianumis considered non - toxic , so growing around children and pets is dependable .
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