Conophytum minimumis an centre - get dwarfsucculentwith unmistakable marking that can be either quite minimal or highly marked .
Conophytum minimum(Haw . ) N.E.Br .
Mesembryanthemum minimum
In cultivation, South East England, United Kingdom. Derivative of a photo by Alain Sutton viaSucculent Sundae.
mob : AizoaceaeSubfamily : RuschioideaeTribe : RuschieaeGenus : Conophytum
The specific epithet " minimum " ( pronounced " MIN - eh - mum " ) think of " small , littlest , most puny " and touch on to the size of the bodies of this coinage .
Conophytum minimumis native toSouth Africa . It grow on shale or sandstone rocks in the Western Cape responsibility .
In habitat, Cape Winelands, Western Cape, South Africa. Derivative of a photo byDavid Hoare. Licensed underCC BY-NC 4.0.
Conophytum minimumis a dwarf succulent that forms light mats or domes of bodies that lie of two opposite , almost completely commingle leaves . The bodies are elliptical in outline and can raise up to 0.6 inches ( 1.5 cm ) tall and 0.25 inches ( 0.6 cm ) in diam . They are legato to finelypapillateand adorned with classifiable billet and streaks . During the summertime resting period , the old leaf pair tardily dries up , forming a white sheath to protect the new leaves growing inside , which will emerge in the fall .
In fall and other winter , Conophytum minimumproducesnocturnalflowers lay out from blanched to blanch yellow or pale pink . The fruits are four- or five - locular capsule .
lightness : This industrial plant expand in bright luminousness but should be protect from intensive direct sun . To debar suntan , place it in an area where it can receive a few hours of full sunshine during the cooler parts of the day .
In cultivation, South East England, United Kingdom. Derivative of a photo by Alain Sutton viaSucculent Sundae.
Soil : Conophytum minimumrequires holey land that tolerate water to drain by quickly for optimum growth . you may use a commercial potting mix designed for succulent ormake your own .
Temperature : This plant stomach gamy temperature but is not frost - hardy . It grows best inUSDA Plant Hardiness Zones10b to 11b , with average minimal wintertime temperatures ranging from 35 to 50 ° farad ( 1.7 to 10 ° C ) .
Watering : Conophytum minimumrequires little or no body of water during its dormancy from give to summertime . When it begins to grow again in the fall , it is safe to water it deep . However , guarantee that the soil dry out out between waterings . If the leaves begin to wrinkle during the active growth menstruation , it may designate that additional water system is needed .
In habitat, Central Karoo, Western Cape, South Africa. Derivative of a photo byRoy. Licensed underCC BY-NC 4.0.
Fertilizing : This plant is a low-cal feeder and does not need fertilizer if repotted every two years .
Repotting : The skilful time to repot this works is at the beginning of the growing season , but it can also be done at any percentage point during fighting growth .
Propagation : Conophytum minimumis usually spread from seeds , but can be easily disseminate by division . The ideal prison term to split the plant is before it starts to demote dormancy or after flowering .
check more atHow to Grow and Care for Conophytum .
Conophytum minimumis see non - toxic , so produce around children and pets is good .
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