Rosularia platyphylla, also known as Turkish stonecrop, is a stunning rosette-forming succulent that originates from the rocky terraces and slopes of Kazakhstan, Kyrgystan, and northwestern China. This beautiful plant changes color throughout the year, ranging from a glaucus green to a rich burgundy bronze, depending on the growing conditions and the season.
Rosularia platyphylla is a highly sought-after plant that can be challenging to find due to its slow growth rate. It offsets well, but it can take up to a year or more to fill out a 70mm pot from a single head, which is why it's uncommon to see large plants for sale.
These cold-tolerant alpine succulents bloom in late spring, displaying beautiful funnel or tube-shaped flowers that grow on tall inflorescences from the center of the rosettes. The flowers come in a range of colors, including white, yellow, bright pink, and purple, and may be stripped.
Like other rosette-forming succulents from the Crassulaceae family, such as Sempervivum and Echeveria, Rosularia platyphylla prefers well-draining soil and moderate watering. They are hardy plants that can tolerate temperatures as low as -23°C to -17°C. These plants should be placed in full sun in environments that are not too hot, but partial shade is also suitable for most species.
Rosularias propagate themselves through the formation of offsets, which are also known as "pups." Some species are more prolific than others, and Rosularia platyphylla is one of them. During the growing season, it's best to feed these plants with fertilizer for succulents, but it's essential to suspend feeding during the dormant winter period.
In conclusion, Rosularia platyphylla is a lovely and hardy succulent that can add a touch of beauty to any garden or indoor collection. With proper care and attention, this plant can thrive and reward its owner with stunning flowers and ever-changing foliage throughout the year.
Rosularia platyphylla 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.
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- 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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