Adromischus caryophyllaceus is a dwarf perennial subshrub with erect or decumbent stems that can grow up to 20cm in height. This plant is native to the Cape Province of South Africa, where it grows in rocky areas and on cliffs. Its leaves can be a shade of grey/green, blue/green or yellow/green in color, and are usually maroon in colour close poto the upper parts of the margins which becomes more prominent when subject to strong light.
In the summer, Adromischus caryophyllaceus produces delicate tubular flowers that are white or pink in color. These flowers open into 5-lobed corollas with bright pink or purple lines down the center of each lobe into the throat. This slow-growing plant is a great choice for beginners as it is relatively easy to care for. It prefers well-draining soil and bright, indirect light. Like most succulent plants, it is drought-tolerant and should be watered sparingly. However, it is important to protect the plant from frost and cold temperatures.
Adromischus caryophyllaceus is synonymous with Adromischus bolusii, Adromischus grandiflorus, and Adromischus jasminiflorus and is known locally as Nentabossie in Afrikaans. It makes an excellent companion plant for adding texture and color to any succulent collection.
The leaves of Adromischus caryophyllaceusare easily propagated by laying flat on moist substrate with almost every leaf producing a new plant making it a great choice for those who love to propagate and experiment with new plants. It is also an excellent addition to a rock garden or a sunny windowsill. The plant is low maintenance and can be enjoyed year-round, adding a touch of nature's beauty to your home or garden.
Adromischus caryophyllaceus plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in images. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.
Please note: This plant is very fragile. Leaves are easily dislodged when handling and some leaves will inevitably fall off during packaging/mailing. We will take extra care packaging these but cant guarantee that you wont have some dislodged leaves, So please consider before purchasing. However the good news is that this plant is easily propagated from leaves, so be sure to keep them and propagate for lots of new leaf babies :)
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Please Note:
- All plants are sent bare rooted with no pots and soil, or minimum soil only.
- Due to the drying process necessary for sending plants through the mail, plants may look slightly different than images shown on our website
- Some plants, may look wrinkled when they arrive, may be somewhat limp, or soft to the touch. This is normal as they have been dried out for for a number of days before shipping to avoid rotting in the mail.
- Succulents are very hardy plants and they will recover quickly, providing you unpack them as soon as you receive them follow some simple care instructions you will find with your order.
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