Variegated Chinese Dunce Cap cuttings
Variegated Chinese Dunce Cap cuttings are generally available during summer when they grow most vigorously and we can ensure good supply.
You will receive 4 cuttings* of similar size and quality as shown in image two. *Extra if they are smaller
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Dunce Cap cuttings easily form roots even when no sign of roots are present and grow very quickly in the warm weather. You will notice air roots already formed on some of these cutting stems. If the variegation looks a little dull don't worry they do this when they go dry but are extremely hardy putting out lots of tiny air roots looking for water. As soon as they are re-hydrated the strong colours in the variegation returns. As they grow larger and put out many new offsets you will find some with extreme variegation too. They can also turn a lovely pink colour given less water as shown in images 1, 5 & 6.
Variegated Chinese Dunce Cap plants are very prolific, giving many offsets quickly from a single plant. They are fast growers in Spring Summer and Autumn going dormant over winter. They are frost hardy to -10°C and will survive being buried under snow as they do in China where they originate from. Though delicate they are much hardier than they look and are very easy to propagate even from the smallest offsets.
To propagate Variegated Chinese Dunce Caps from cuttings, simply remove offsets from the mother plant or take stem cuttings during the growing season. Ensure that the cuttings have sufficient roots, and plant them in well-draining soil in a small pot. Water sparingly until the cuttings establish themselves, and keep them in bright, indirect light. The cuttings should root quickly and start producing new growth within a few weeks.
Orostachys iwarenge var. boehmeri variegata - Variegated Chinese Dunce Cap Plant Description
The Variegated Chinese Dunce Cap, is a fascinating and unique succulent that will add an unusual touch to your indoor or outdoor garden. This cultivar of the Orostachys iwarenge plant species belongs to the Crassulaceae family and is native to China, Korea, and Japan.
The Variegated Chinese Dunce Cap's green leaves are edged in creamy white, which gives them a striking variegation pattern. The leaves are arranged in a spiral pattern that forms a cone or dunce cap shape, hence its common name. They are fleshy and triangular with a pointed tip and have a bluish-green color. The plant can grow up to 2 feet (60 cm) tall in late summer or early fall, producing a tall, slender stalk that bears small, star-shaped flowers ranging in color from pink to white.
This succulent is relatively easy to grow and care for, making it an excellent choice for beginners. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. The plant is drought-tolerant and can survive long periods without water, but it should be watered sparingly during the growing season. Propagation is easy and can be achieved by separating the offsets that grow around the base of the plant.
Orostachys iwarenge var. boehmeri is a hardy succulent, able to survive temperatures as low as -10°C. It self-propagates through offshoots, forming a dense mat of many plants at a given time. This succulent is perfect for rock gardens, container gardens, or as an accent in a mixed succulent display.
Overall, the Variegated Chinese Dunce Cap is a stunning and unique plant that will add a touch of whimsy to any garden. Its unusual variegation pattern and cone-shaped leaves make it a conversation starter, and its ease of care and propagation make it a must-have for any succulent enthusiast.
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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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